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Due to the work environment that thousands of people have, digital platform workers In our country, the organization “Alliance in Mexico” in collaboration with “Buendia and Marquez” They conducted an opinion study to understand the impact of these apps, as well as the perception and needs of workers in this sector.
It is important to mention that this association is made up of the main digital platforms for drivers and delivery people, such as Uber, Cabify, Didi and RappiThis survey was applied at a national level, focusing on some of the cities where they have a greater presence.
According to the study applied from May 16 to June 4, 2023 to approximately 10,886 members Drivers and delivery people: 95 percent of those surveyed highly value the work independence that this type of job offers them, whether due to the hours, the direct earnings or the simple fact of not having a boss.
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In addition to this, and contrary to popular belief that it may be their only source of income, it was revealed that 58 percent of respondents detailed that Profits represent a source of extra incomebut not necessarily the main or largest one.
It was also mentioned that at least 70 percent did not leave their last job or occupation to enter the world of digital platforms, because the ease of schedules has allowed them to complement their activities, this happened mainly with students, housewives and migrants.
Labor regulation, a topic on the agenda
Because There is no fixed salaryThere is a discussion between the Government, companies and workers about the regulations that should exist for workers on digital platforms, as well as access to legal benefits such as social security.
The study raised three scenarios using polar scales (scenarios located at the extremes) where the possibility of having benefits was raised, but having to give up work freedom or maintain the same work format as currently held.
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The surveyed driver and delivery partners, 48 percent expressed their desire to maintain the current systemin exchange for continuing to have freedom in the use of their daily time, while 35 percent would be willing to access social security, as well as pay the corresponding taxes.
One of the possibilities also raised was that digital platforms They put in part of the social security payment and the worker puts in the other partas long as flexible working hours are maintained.
Alliance In Mexico revealed that they are willing to share this data with the new administration of Claudia Sheinbaumas well as holding open forums to discuss possible new regulations, as long as companies, the Government and workers are included, as happened in the forums for the reform of the 40-hour work week.
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