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Digital transformation in HR: Review

Radoslav Šefránek1, Lenka Mikle2

  1. Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice
  2. The University of Ss. Cyril and Methodius

Abstract

The aim of this article is to provide scientific results on the issue using the method of analysis and systematization of scientific sources in the context of digital transformation in HR, which are traceable in selected scientific databases. To meet the objective, the research questions are: What are the potential benefits of digital transformation of HR? What are the potential risks of digital HR transformation? It was based on publications (not older than 5 years), available in the scientific databases WOS and Scopus. The research method is the systematic research. The data in the results part are sorted alphabetically by author name. The results part contains, among other things, briefly written methodologies, and results of the authors. The discussion of the results includes answers to the research questions and arguments or explanations as to why these results evoke a potential risk or benefit. The main benefits for digital transformation can include simplified administration, clarity, increased efficiency, and a green approach. It should be added that the benefits of digital transformation can be gained if the transformation is not rushed and is done correctly. Also, before transforming its HR department, an organization must assess whether it can complete the transformation and is willing to fund the various training, software and other technologies associated with the transformation. Failure or misjudgement can lead to increased risks such as: selecting inappropriate elements, reduced efficiency, employees not understanding new technologies, and vulnerability of important data. Digital HR transformation may not be easy in some companies, but it’s a fundamental and necessary change for some companies if done correctly and with the organization in mind.

Keywords:digital transformation of human resourcesdigital transformation HRdigitalization HRthe challenges of digital HRadvantages of digital HRdigital HRHR 4.0.

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