Environment and Social Psychology

Evolving human resource issues in the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Submission deadline: 2026-04-30
Special Issue Editors

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Since the inception of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, human resource aspects have increasingly evolved. Despite human resource subject being the most valuable area at the workplace, it is marred by the greatest challenges around the world in the Fourth Industrial Revolution, positioning the special issue as a distinctive platform to address academic research and its practical dimensions. Consequently, the special issue seeks to address the HR-related issues, challenges, and strategies within the Fourth Industrial Revolution by examining the complex and interconnected aspects of HR issues across a range of sectors. Authors are encouraged to consider and articulate the wider implications of their scholarly insights and findings for different contexts. This Special Issue aspires to offer an inclusive platform for academics, practitioners, and policymakers to exchange perspectives, collaborate on innovative approaches, and enrich the global conversation on HR. By showcasing pioneering and impactful research, the special issue serves as a vital reference for advancing both scholarly understanding and practical application in this important field. We welcome the submission of empirical research papers that delve into the opportunities and challenges of HR in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. We also welcome proposals for special issues that cover: Performance management; Employee Psychological issues; Compensation; Diversity; Job satisfaction; Organisational management; Sustainable human resource practices; Training and development; Human capital; Employee wellbeing; Fairness in employment; and Human resource planning.

 

Dr. Reward Utete

Dr. Honest Mupani

Guest Editors


Keywords

Performance management; Employee Psychological issues; Compensation; Diversity; Job satisfaction; Organisational behaviour; Sustainable human resource practices; Training and development; Human capital; Employee wellbeing; Fairness in employment; and Human resource planning.

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