2023
DOI: 10.3390/admsci13020030
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Digital Transformation: Inevitable Change or Sizable Opportunity? The Strategic Role of HR Management in Industry 4.0

Abstract: Background: The impact of technologies on workers has been a recurring theme in occupational health psychology. In particular, the sudden digital transformation of the last two decades, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has stressed the urgency to investigate new ways of working that are characterized by flexibility and a constant increase of autonomy. In this perspective, this study aims to investigate the state of the art of the innovation process in Italian factories, explore whether and how digitalizat… Show more

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“…As a result, the need emerged to develop new competences and new professional figures. Secondly, the need to review performance measurement systems and incentive and reward procedures and establish new habits to foster a safe and caring work environment, even at a distance [ 60 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…As a result, the need emerged to develop new competences and new professional figures. Secondly, the need to review performance measurement systems and incentive and reward procedures and establish new habits to foster a safe and caring work environment, even at a distance [ 60 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Smart processes and smart goods are two categories of innovations produced by these criteria [61,62]. One of the main problems of Industry 4.0 today is the need for changes in the workforce, which will need to be trained and qualified to be able to develop high problem-solving and decision-making skills in an environment of extreme complexity [63].…”
Section: Human Resources and Logistics 40mentioning
confidence: 99%
“…These technologies, as mentioned earlier, if implemented correctly can improve the efficiency of logistics businesses by increasing the accuracy of inventory tracking, improving the efficiency of storage and distribution processes, and enabling more efficient supply chain management; however, the application of these technologies requires significant investment, both in terms of capital and training and skills development. In addition, companies must address data security and privacy issues, as well as adapt to new legislative and regulatory requirements [63].…”
Section: Main Trends and Concernsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…In the context of digital transformation, key stakeholders can contribute by providing information about the direction of business development, future workforce needs, and company strategies that will be adopted. Top level management, as the main key stakeholder, can ensure that HR policies are integrated with the overall organizational strategy (Galanti, 2023) (Ghobakhloo, 2021).…”
Section: Involvement Of Key Stakeholders In the Planning Processmentioning
confidence: 99%