SMRTR TechFeb 9, 2026Quartz

Companies shouldn't rush to replace workers with robots. Here's why

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Companies like Amazon and Hyundai are rapidly replacing human workers with robots, but a new Binghamton University study warns this rush toward full automation could backfire since competitors can easily adopt the same robotic strategies. Experts argue the most successful approach combines human judgment and creativity with robot precision, as companies focusing solely on replacing workers risk creating brittle systems that lack adaptability and competitive advantage.

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