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Target 8.2 <\/strong>Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”||||||||” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.8em” custom_padding=”||0px|||” custom_padding_tablet=”|40px||40px||true” custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u00a0Digitalisation facilitates access to job opportunities through online platforms and job portals. 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It can also lead to precarious working conditions where platform based employment erodes job stability, secure income and access to social protections.\u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_accordion open_toggle_text_color=”#002F5F” open_toggle_background_color=”#EEF9FA” closed_toggle_text_color=”#2a2a2a” closed_toggle_background_color=”#F5D60F” icon_color=”#ffb400″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ toggle_text_color=”#002F5F” toggle_font=”Rubik|700|||||||” toggle_font_size=”18px” toggle_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”||||||||” body_font_size=”15px” body_line_height=”1.8em” custom_margin=”|||” custom_padding=”|||” border_radii=”on|25px|25px|25px|25px” border_width_all=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How can digitalisation contribute to reducing informal employment?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”1px||1px||true” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Digital platforms and technologies can help formalise informal economies by providing tools for financial inclusion and give access to social protection. This facilitate transitions from informal to formal employment.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What is the impact of digitalisation on sustainable economic growth?” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”1px||1px||true” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Digitalization can boost economic growth by increasing efficiency, fostering innovation, and creating new industries. However, it requires careful management to ensure that the benefits are shared inclusively and do not exacerbate existing inequalities.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How can digitalisation contribute to sustainable supply chains?” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”1px||1px||true” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Digital technologies such as blockchain and data analytics can enhance transparency and traceability in supply chains, promoting sustainable practices and responsible business conduct.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What challenges does digitalisation pose to decent work?” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_margin=”1px||1px||true” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Automation and artificial intelligence may lead to job displacements. Unequal access to digital technologies and training can widen existing socio-economic disparities as those without access can be excluded from opportunities. The rise of gig work and platform-based employment can result in precarious working conditions without traditional employment benefits. Workers may face insecurity regarding income, job stability, and access to social protections. The “always-on” nature of digital work and the blurring of boundaries between work and personal life can contribute to stress and burnout.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Digital skills and jobs\u00a0Target 8.2 Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors\u00a0Digitalisation facilitates access to job opportunities through online platforms and job portals. These platforms connect employers with a diverse pool of talent, including remote and freelance workers, promoting inclusivity and accessibility. Digitalisation has played a central role in enabling SMEs to reach new markets, run the business and manage the earnings. This was particularly obvious during the COVID-19 pandemic where businesses that already had an online presence could continue operating without delay. Sustainable economic growth overlaps with Life-long learning as online education and training programs for continuous learning and skill development. This helps individuals adapt to changing job market demands and promotes lifelong learning.Digital platforms can also be used to inform workers of their rights, collect evidence about hazardous workplace environments or practices, and protect whistle-blowers and workplace safety activists. To conclude, digital technologies like mobile money have provided financial services for the unbanked allowing people to pay bills, send remittances, and pay for social services through their phones. 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