The workers we call essential, but still don’t design for
March 20, 2026
•HR_Executive•Moderate impact
[key points]
Key points
•Essential workers, often migrants, are crucial for operational continuity during crises, but their visibility and support in workforce management systems are limited.
•Companies invest in digital infrastructure for knowledge workers but often neglect the needs of frontline workers who cannot work remotely.
•Business resilience depends on workforce infrastructure that can verify, mobilize, communicate with, and support workers in real-time, especially during disruptions.
Impacted Jobs
Building cleaner
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