Race Against
the Machine
Erica Au
Overview
 About “The Race”
 Pros
 Cons
 Viewpoint
 Conclusion
About “The Race”
Humans vs. Machines
 Technology advances
 Humans losing jobs
 Higher-skilled careers
Pros
Savings
Quality
Production
Safety
Cons
Expertise
Expense
Chance
Safety
Safety Contrast
Robots in the workplace
No hazards for humans
Robots are dangerous
Expense Contrast
Saving money
Regular maintenance
Time and training
Risk of outcome
My Viewpoint
AGAINST
 Higher-skilled jobs
 Out of work
 Financial costs
Conclusion
 Machines cost more
 High risk of efficiency
 No humans = No
machines
Questions?
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