It's not about the scarcity of stuff (we have plenty), it's about keeping people employed. Large-scale factory work provides a long-term, stable occupation to a

It's not about the scarcity of stuff (we have plenty), it's about keeping people employed. Large-scale factory work provides a long-term, stable occupation to a large amount of people. The volatility of the service sector lets people change jobs more frequently, which leads to increased unemployment and psychological problems.