In The Age Of The Smart Machine : The Future Of... May 2026

The text argues that the "computer revolution" presents us with a critical choice: we can either , which risks dehumanizing work and alienating employees, or informate , which empowers workers with the knowledge to make critical, collaborative judgments. Core Concepts of the "Smart Machine"

: While "automating" replaces human labor with technology for continuity and control, "informating" simultaneously generates information about the work process itself. This creates a deeper level of transparency, making operations visible and knowable in new ways. In the age of the smart machine : the future of...

: Offers the Paperback edition for approximately $31.99 . The text argues that the "computer revolution" presents