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by davidw 3797 days ago
IT jobs are pretty easy to export, too, so if there's a big disparity, sooner or later, the jobs can go the other direction, if the people can't come in this (towards the US) direction.
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It's easy to say, "IT jobs are pretty easy to export".

In practice, this depends on a number of factors being aligned correctly and an organization being tuned to the idea of remote work. Especially if the deliverable of the IT job in question is part of the core function of the organization.

They are absolutely easy to export.

Exporting with long-term net success (in savings or quality or both) is what's difficult.

Sure, it's complex. But if the disparity is great enough, people will find a way to make it happen.
It's absolutely been happening in certain markets. Folks need to make sure they're providing the appropriate value at their income bracket, or else they or their company will eventually suffer the consequences.