Marais Bester
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Dr. Marais Bester is a leading voice in the emerging field of human-technology interaction, with a specific focus on the psychological and organizational impacts of automation. His research critically examines how the rapid implementation of Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, and Automation (RAIA) reshapes the modern workplace, directly influencing employee well-being and career sustainability. His most influential work, a 2020 qualitative study garnering over 200 citations, provides foundational insights into how working adults perceive the effects of RAIA on their job security, job satisfaction, and employability. By employing a cross-sectional and exploratory design, Bester’s research gives voice to employee anxieties and expectations, moving beyond purely technical discussions to address the human dimension of technological disruption. This pivotal study has made him a sought-after expert on the psychosocial risks of digital transformation. Dr. Bester’s contributions are essential for students and researchers in organizational psychology and human resource management, offering a critical framework for understanding how to navigate the future of work in an age of intelligent machines.
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