New technologies as a factor in increasing employment among people with disabilities

The article provides a comprehensive study of the role of innovative technologies in overcoming employment barriers for people with disabilities. The author analyzes modern technological solutions, including bionic prostheses, neurocomputer interfaces, exoskeletons, remote work platforms, and adaptive software, assessing their potential for creating an inclusive work environment. Special attention is paid to local challenges in Russia, where the implementation of such technologies faces infrastructural, financial, and regulatory constraints. Aim. To identify key technological tools that facilitate the labor integration of people with disabilities and evaluate their effectiveness under Russian regional and economic limitations. Methods. Analysis of statistical data from the Russian Ministry of Labor (dynamics of provision of technical rehabilitation aids for 2015–2023), surveys of employers and employees with disabilities, case studies of international programs (Microsoft, IBM, SAP) and Russian developments (“ExoAtlet”, “NeuroChat”), and a SWOT analysis of technological solutions. Results. It was found that digital platforms enhance the accessibility of remote work, while adaptive technologies (myoelectric prostheses, eye‐tracking systems) expand professional opportunities for people with disabilities. Bionic prostheses with tactile feedback increase labor productivity by 25%, and exoskeletons (ReWalk, HAL) reduce rehabilitation periods by 30%. Systemic barriers were identified: high costs of solutions (e.g., Ottobock prostheses – up to $100,000), low awareness among employers about inclusion technologies, and a shortage of personnel for device maintenance. Conclusions. Technologies are a key driver of employment for people with disabilities but require a multi‐level strategy. For Russia, critical steps include: (1) localization of production (3D‐printed prostheses), (2) tax incentives for employers, (3) educational programs on digital inclusion, and (4) development of telemedicine in regions.