Future of Work

Modern megacities and conurbations occupy no more than 2% of the planet's surface but consume more than three quarters of all generated energy and resources. More than half of all people living on Earth live in the urban landscape. The functioning of a metropolis is based on various cooperative processes, which have been relatively recently combined under the general term urban metabolism.

One of the most critical elements of this metabolic process is work. Being part of the workforce is synonymous with participating in society. While playing an essential role in the life of every inhabitant, work at the same time often becomes a source of discrimination and increasing socioeconomic inequality. On the other hand, the recent COVID-19 crisis has made it clear that conventional work patterns are not as effective as previously thought. Modern digital technologies have significantly changed the situation. It is also essential to use new methods of organising the work process that encourages self-organisation: the ability to manage the work environment independently increases job satisfaction, leading to a significant increase in productivity.