labor-process-rationalization
The systematic organization and standardization of work tasks to maximize efficiency and control, often leading to alienation.
1 chapter across 1 book
The McDonaldization of Society: Into the Digital Age (2019)George Ritzer
Chapter 5 primarily compiles an extensive list of references and citations related to the concept of McJobs and the broader McDonaldization thesis, illustrating the global and interdisciplinary reach of these ideas. It includes scholarly articles, books, news reports, and web sources that discuss the nature of McJobs, their impact on labor processes, and the rationalization of work in various contexts such as fast food, education, healthcare, sports, and politics. The chapter emphasizes the pervasive influence of McDonaldization principles across different sectors and geographies, highlighting both critiques and nuanced perspectives on routinized, standardized work.