Humans as a Service: The Promise and Perils of Work in the Gig Economy
In the gig economy, workers are treated as on-demand services, blending flexibility with uncertainty. Jeremias Prassl's 'Humans as a Service' uncovers the model's promises of autonomy and its perils, from unstable incomes to eroded worker protections. A critical look at how digital platforms are redefining work and what it means for the future of employment.
About This Book
In 'Humans as a Service,' Jeremias Prassl examines the gig economy's evolution, where traditional employment gives way to on-demand services facilitated by digital platforms.
The book highlights the promise of greater flexibility and entrepreneurial opportunities that the gig model offers to workers seeking autonomy in their professional lives.
Yet, it also addresses the perils, including precarious conditions, lack of protections, and challenges to labor rights in this new paradigm of work.
Through a balanced analysis, Prassl provides insights into how the gig economy reshapes societal structures and calls for thoughtful policy responses.
This hardcover edition, written in English, serves as an essential resource for understanding contemporary labor dynamics.
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