“Exploring the Challenges and Possibilities of Algorithmic Management: An Interdisciplinary Symposium with Experts in Legal Philosophy, Information Engineering, and Labor Law”
“Control in a World of Algorithmic Management & the Future of Labour and Employment Law”
The rapid integration of AI and algorithmic management into workplaces is fundamentally transforming traditional labour law systems and industrial relations. This symposium examines these crucial changes through a comparative analysis of the UK, EU, and Japan, with a specific focus on the evolution of workplace control and its implications for workers’ rights and trade union functions.
A highlight of the symposium will be a groundbreaking discussion by Prof. Taiki Todo (Faculty of Information Science and Electrical Engineering, Kyushu University) and Prof. Takehiro Ohya (Legal Philosophy, Keio University), who will examine the fundamental disconnect between algorithmic human management technologies and existing legal frameworks. Their algorithmic systems and legal philosophy expertise offer unique insights into this critical intersection.
This interdisciplinary symposium brings together experts in legal philosophy, information engineering, and labour law to explore the challenges and possibilities presented by algorithmic management. We are honoured to welcome Prof. Nicola Countouris from University College London and Ms. Mary Towers from the Trade Union Congress, who will share the latest developments and debates from the UK and EU perspectives.
Target：Current students and staff, Others
Dates：2025.03.14[Fri]09:45-16:35
Venue：Ito Campus, Off Campus
Faculty of Law, Kyushu University, East-zone, Lecture Room II（大講義室Ⅱ）
Format: In-person & Online
Language: English
Seating capacity：No
Participation fee：Free of charge
Event details
Featured Speakers:
* Prof. Nicola Countouris (University College London)
– The Transformation of Control in the Age of Algorithmic Management and the Future of Labour and Employment Law in the UK and EU
* Mary Towers (Trade Union Congress)
– The Impact of Algorithmic Management on Employment Rights and Collective Movements in the UK
* Prof. Takehiro Ohya (Keio University) & Prof. Taiki Todo (Kyushu University)
– Deployment of AI and Algorithmic Management in the Workplace and Setting Norms
* Prof. Emiko Shinyashiki (Kyushu University)
– The Breadth of the Control Concept in Japan and the Possibilities and Limitations of Individual Regulation
Registration method
Advanced registration required
https://commons.kyushu-u.ac.jp/collaborative/co-sponsored/250314_EmploymentLaw.html
Registration period
2025.01.23[Thu]-2025.03.03[Mon]
Inquiries
Name: JSPS Research Projet: Fundamental Research on Human ‘Forms of Work’ in Collaboration with AI Agents and Legal Regulation
Website
https://commons.kyushu-u.ac.jp/collaborative/co-sponsored/250314_EmploymentLaw.html
