Analysis of Employment Effect and Regional Characteristics of Digital Economy Development

Abstract

The advent of digital economy has had a significant impact on the scale and quality of employment. This study employs a regional characteristic analysis to investigate the impact of DE development on employment quantity and quality. Additionally, the effect of DE advancement on employment levels is examined, with emphasis on the associated changes in quality. The results demonstrate that the progression of the DE exerts a dual influence on the overall employment landscape, encompassing both a “creation effect” and a “substitution effect.” However, the “creation effect” is identified as the predominant influence. The advancement of the DE has the potential to markedly enhance the quality of regional employment opportunities. The impact of digital economic development on regional employment income and security is contingent upon the level of development. The DE has a beneficial effect on the stability of employment in the eastern and central regions. Nevertheless, in the western region, the impact is less significant, with the level of employment security exhibiting a lagging phenomenon. Therefore, this study proposes a series of policy recommendations, including the acceleration of digital economic development, the expansion of new employment opportunities, enhancement of digital skills among the labor force, and the improvement of the social welfare system for workers.