Arabian Journal of Business and Management Review (Kuwait Chapter)

The impact of digitalization on human resource management functions

Roseline Uzoamaka Obeta — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The advent of digitalization has precipitated a seismic shift in the paradigm of human resource management (HRM), revolutionizing the way organizations attract, retain, and develop talent. As we navigate the uncharted territories of the digital age, it has become increasingly evident that HRM functions must undergo a radical transformation to remain relevant and effective. This study delves into the transformative impact of digitalization on HRM, exploring the complex interplay between technological advancements, organizational culture, and the future of work. By examining the intersection of digitalization, HRM, and organizational performance, this research reveals the profound implications of digitalization on the HRM function, including the emergence of new roles, the redefinition of traditional HRM practices, and the escalating importance of digital literacy and data-driven decision-making. The study used secondary sources of data collection such as text books, journals, government documents, the internet, etc. This paper found among others that digitalization has transformed HRM functions, enabling organizations to automate routine tasks, improve communication, and enhance employee engagement. The study also recommends among others that organizations should provide continuous training and development opportunities for employees to ensure that they have the necessary skills and competencies to work effectively in a digital environment. This research therefore, concludes by opining that leveraging digitalization, organizations can improve efficiency, productivity, and employee satisfaction, while also gaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

Workplace digitalisation and operational effectiveness in private healthcare institutions in Bayelsa state

Daniel Apere — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates the relationship between workplace digitalisation and operational effectiveness in private healthcare institutions in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. The specific objectives include determining the relationship between hardware and operational effectiveness, and the relationship between software and operational effectiveness. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, with a study population of forty-eight managerial employees from selected private healthcare institutions in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire, and the reliability of the instrument was confirmed with a Cronbach’s alpha value of 0.83. Descriptive and inferential analyses were performed using Pearson Product-Moment Correlation with SPSS version 25. The results revealed a strong and statistically significant positive correlation between the use of digital hardware and software and the operational effectiveness of the institutions. The study concluded that workplace digitalisation significantly enhances workflow efficiency, decision-making, service delivery, and overall institutional performance. The findings emphasize the importance of continuous investment in digital technologies to maintain and improve operational effectiveness in private healthcare institutions.

Human capital development and employee productivity: Highlighting the potentials for growth and improvement

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Human capital development serves as the primary driver of employee productivity, as it addresses employees' psychological, emotional, and physical needs. This study was undertaken to examine the impact of human capital development on employee productivity, with a specific focus on the academic staff of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. The study surveyed academic staff from Graduate Assistant to Lecturer II, across seven faculties in the Igbariam campus of the University. Data was collected through the aid of a Likert-style questionnaire, meticulously crafted on a 5-point scale. The findings from this study revealed a compelling explanatory power regarding how training influences work quality. Specifically, this statistic indicates that a remarkable 88.3% of the variations observed in the quality of work among the staff can be attributed to differences in their training experiences. The findings from the hypothesis two revealed a statistically significant positive correlation between technical skills and effective time management among the staff at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. Based on the findings, this study strongly advocate for employees at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University to proactively engage in a diverse array of training initiatives specifically designed to foster self-improvement and further their pursuit of academic excellence.

Human capital factors that enhance sustainable strategic management practices for organizational resilience: A case of urban councils in Zimbabwe

Edward Chinongwa — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The continued service delivery challenges being experienced by local authorities, mainly in developing countries, is a cause for concern. This indicates a lack of or failure to adopt sustainable strategic management practices which are viewed as strategies for enhancing organizational resilience. This paper, therefore, explored the influence of human capital factors on the practice of sustainable strategic management necessary for organizational resilience focusing on urban councils in Zimbabwe. The study used the descriptive survey of the quantitative research approach. The population of the study involved all the 2931 managers and professional employees in the 32 urban councils in Zimbabwe. A sample of 344 employees was drawn from the population using Krejcie and Morgan sampling determination table. A Questionnaire was used in data collection and was subjected to Cronbach’s Alpha test for reliability while the Kaiser Meyer Olkin (KMO) was used for measuring sampling adequacy. Employee competencies and motivation were found to be low while employee commitment was found to be moderate in urban councils of Zimbabwe. So, the weak organizational resilience of the majority of Zimbabwean urban councils as evidenced by poor performance in terms of service delivery, can be attributed to poor sustainable strategic management practices being caused by lack of consideration of human capital factors. In order to improve organizational resilience, urban councils in Zimbabwe are recommended to adopt effective sustainable strategic management practices through enhanced employee competencies, motivation and commitment. However, a further study is recommended on other factors affecting sustainable strategic management practices with a different methodology focusing on organizations in the private sector.

Facebook usage as a political mobilization tool among youth in Saki

Kamal Idowu Dauda, Habeeb Opeyemi Daranijo — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Facebook and other social media platforms have become effective political mobilisation tools, especially among younger people worldwide, including in Nigeria. In order to better understand the elements influencing youth political involvement and mobilisation in Saki, Oyo State, this study looks at how young people use Facebook. It also looks at possible effects on the political climate in Nigeria. We investigate the reasons, actions, and viewpoints of Saki youth in Nigeria with reference to their political usage of Facebook using an online survey. The results offer insightful information on the changing influence of social media on political discourse and youth mobilisation initiatives in Nigeria, advancing our knowledge of this phenomena in the context of youth participation in the country's sociopolitical environment.