INDUSTRY 4.0 AS A DETERMINANT OF REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND A CHALLENGE FOR THE LABOUR MARKET

The global challenge of the 21st century, represented by Industry 4.0, is a paradigm shift not only for industry, but for society as a whole. Innovative technologies, artificial intelligence or the Internet of Things are elements of the mega transformation of the economy and the economy that are changing the established way of thinking and behaving. The exponentially growing application of technologies and technological solutions in synergy with (eco)innovation platforms are influencing the labour market, i.e. the structure of jobs, unemployment, labour requirements, etc. The aim of this paper is to assess the developmental changes and the impact of Industry 4.0 on the development of regions. In the present study we focus on the changes in the labour market, the reflection of regional policy on the concept of Industry 4.0 and the challenges that this space offers and to which tis necessary to respond adequately.