I wish I knew what the jobs of tomorrow would be like, want to go on a prediction trail with me?
Here is how I start on thinking about what the jobs of the future would be like- how about thinking robotics?
How about a robot that helps you do the dishes and take them out and help with some small chores at house? Yes sir sure, please hand me one now! I am so ready to save that even one hour work around the house (that I would rather not do) and most importantly the mental peace that accompanies such a possession - I don’t have to worry about the vacuum and dishes anymore and it will be on my time as and when I program my house robot. Hey, and the good news is- they are already ready to put such a helper on sale:
According to the Telegraph
The multi-jointed robot arm, created by scientists the University of Tokyo with the electronics company Panasonic, is one of a series of prototype devices designed to perform household chores.
As home to one of the world's fastest ageing populations, Japan is experiencing a boom in robotic developments, with the market currently estimated at £5.3 billion (Y712.3billion) and poised to boom to £71.7bn (Y9.63 trillion) by 2030, according to the Japan Robot Association.
A growing number of companies are investing heavily in the future of household robotics, many of which are designed to assist daily life for the elderly as well as the infirm.
Since this robot would be in sale in less than 5 years from now, there you go something to think about, if people are ready to buy this robot what other products could be linked to such a technology, start thinking about it now and you have a well in demand product or service 5 years from now.
And more happenings in the robotic world - according to technewsworld:
Honda has also been working on a humanoid robot project called "Asimo." Still in the development phase, Asimo can carry trays, push carts, climb stairs, and do a number of other tasks. In the future, it might be used to care for the elderly, provide service at social functions, and do simple housework. It is also being developed to work in conjunction with other appliances.
The future is now; it will be what you plan of it today.
But if you want to be successful there we better start doing something now. Look up where the investments are being made and what products and services make the world a better place.
Recessions come and go don’t brood over it, think future think positive and get creative.
What is your prediction of a product or service much in demand in future?
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6 comments:
Robots can sure help out a lot, since people nowadays can be too busy to do chores and such. However, if robots can be used to do work humans do, there might come a time when humans won't need to work at all--how do we earn money then?
Hello Shweta,
Found your blog recently. Nice post.
I own a roomba and totally love it. It was my Valentine's Day gift of last year (I know, techies show their love the i-way!). Quite and efficient it's a boon to a busy mom. You can save so much time when you don't have to vacuum. And the house is always clean.
I attended the robotics conference a couple of years ago and saw the demonstration of Honda's robots, they were amazing. I am sure they would be a lot of help to us in future. Only downside is the price which may not be so affordable as yet.
In coming years the two types of products that are going be dominant are organic/green and solar. Well, we will see.
Regards,
Bhavna
Call me old-fashioned, but I like doing the washing up - along with walking the dog and preparing dinner, because it's where I do my best creative thinking. My wife agrees - I don't think she'd be too happy with me spending $5bn on a robot just to get out of some household chores. It'd be more cost effective and wholesome to pay $5 and have one of my children do it. However, fair play to Honda, they seem to have identified a market for their robotic products - lazy arsed Americans who somehow think they can pour money and petroleum into a problem and remain on the couch whilst the planet heats up.
Steve, I agree with you on this point for sure. I feel, the more technology and devices we create to make our lives simpler the more "anti-nature" we go. I was reading a similar article the other day on how "Will the gadgets we make destroy the Earth".. But finding solutions to simplify life and tasks is human nature .. we just have to find some way of doing it the "green" way? Can we find it before we bring doom to the Earth?
Shweta, I agree completely, it is human nature to seek ways to minimise time spent doing chores.However, I also think we need to show leadership and accept responsibility for our polluting actions. Our challenge is to convince developing countries that it is best not to follow the example of the wasteful and decadent West when it comes to green policy.
Re: I agree to disagree. I did a lot of comparative research before accepting Roomba. It is a robot and still affordable considering the amount of time spent on vacuuming alone. When used as a replacement to the regular noisy electric vacuum cleaner it's worth the deal.
Original comment:
Call me old-fashioned, but I like doing the washing up - along with walking the dog and preparing dinner, because it's where I do my best creative thinking. My wife agrees - I don't think she'd be too happy with me spending $5bn on a robot just to get out of some household chores. It'd be more cost effective and wholesome to pay $5 and have one of my children do it. However, fair play to Honda, they seem to have identified a market for their robotic products - lazy arsed Americans who somehow think they can pour money and petroleum into a problem and remain on the couch whilst the planet heats up.
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