Town R is in a developed country and has long depended on factories producing standard ceramic tiles. Over five years, retailers increasingly bought tiles from lower-cost overseas producers.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Employment in tile manufacturing at the start of the period | 7,800 workers |
| Employment in tile manufacturing after five years | 2,900 workers |
| Redundant tile workers with the qualifications required for expanding digital-service jobs | 12% |
Using the data, explain why globalisation may create a long-lasting cost for workers in Town R.