Abstract
This publication examines whether the effects of new technologies favour those workers with higher levels of education and skills over workers with lower levels. It is suggested that technological change is skill biased because it increases demand for workers with relevant skills and knowledge, and may eliminate demand for workers with lower skill levels. The study is based on a firm-level survey investigating usage of computer-integrated manufacturing systems (CIMS) among Long Island manufacturers in the USA. The author reviews previous studies of skill-biased technological change before describing the methodology used for the current study. Explanations and examples of advanced manufacturing technologies (AMTs) are provided, including both linked and integrated AMTs. The author also provides a summary of the hypotheses, case studies of four Long Island manufacturers, quantitative and qualitative results of the study, and conclusions and policy implications. The publication provides comprehensive data which contributes to determining the impact of technological change on the labour force, and investigates the potential variation in effects for different classes of technologies.
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