Computers in the workplace (is 912 A4)

Impact on intrinsic interest

The impact of automation on the intrinsic interest of work, as with skill, was positive overall. Fully 60% 

of the employees affected by automation reported that it had made their duties more interesting. Almost 

none reported the opposite. Individuals in managerial and professional occupations were somewhat more 

likely to say that their work had become more interesting; bluecollar workers were least likely. 

Comparing men and women, in the managerial and professional occupations a higher proportion of men 

reported increased intrinsic interest. But the reverse held true for clerical, sales, and service jobs. This 

follows the pattern observed for skill increases. 

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Computers in the workplace (IS 912 A4)

 

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