Gig Economy Decoded

Gig Economy Decoded: Work, Rights and Realities in a Changing World provides critical insights into the rapidly growing gig workforce model and its transformative effects on contemporary societies, organizations, and individuals. As freelancers, contractors, independent workers, and gig economy consumers become increasingly prevalent, understanding this fundamental shift in employment has never been more essential. The book offers comprehensive coverage of all relevant aspects of this emerging service business model, examining regulatory challenges, societal impact, enabling technologies, training and skill development, and the psychological well-being of gig workers. It explores legal and ethical considerations, the evolving role of unions and worker cooperatives, HR implications, social security provisions, health and safety regulations, and the experiences of digital nomads. The analysis extends to gender and diversity dynamics, environmental sustainability, and specialized gig work in healthcare and academia. This authoritative open access resource serves HR practitioners, managers, policymakers, and academic audiences alike. Researchers, educators, and students in business, human resource management, organizational studies, labour economics, law, socio-legal studies, and sociology of work and industry will find invaluable perspectives on both the benefits and challenges of the gig economy's continued expansion.