Economics Note
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026): Economics Note, April 2026

The Impact of Digital Transformation on Labor Productivity in the Service Sector

Awaludin, Zulhan (Unknown)
Xie, Chengzhi Qiao (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Apr 2026

Abstract

Digital transformation has reshaped the service sector by integrating advanced technologies into business processes. This study aims to analyze the impact of digital transformation on labor productivity in the service sector across different economic contexts. The research applies a qualitative systematic literature review approach using recent empirical studies published between 2021 and 2025. The findings indicate that digital transformation significantly improves labor productivity through process automation, data-driven decision making, and enhanced communication efficiency. Studies show that productivity gains are more pronounced in high-income economies due to better technological infrastructure and human capital readiness. However, challenges such as digital inequality, workforce skill gaps, and organizational adaptation remain critical barriers. The study also finds that digital transformation shifts labor demand toward high-skilled workers, thereby influencing employment structures. This research contributes to the literature by synthesizing cross-country evidence and highlighting the mechanisms linking digital transformation and productivity. The findings provide practical implications for policymakers and firms to design strategies that maximize productivity gains while addressing structural challenges in the service sector.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

econote

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

Economics Note (ECONOTE) is a peer-reviewed open-access journal published by Lembaga Penelitian dan Pendidikan (LPP) Kalibra with registered number of e-ISSN 3110-2514, dedicated to advancing scholarly and practical knowledge in the field of economics. ECONOTE publishes both theoretical as well as ...