DATAFICATION IN HRM: Implications of technological evolution in people management
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Datafication, Algorithmic Decision, Control, Surveillance, DehumanizationAbstract
Human Resource Management, as well as other organizational units, are in full technological evolution, and the incorporation of data analysis, known as datafication, emerges as a significant trend. This study investigates the implications of this datafication in Human Resource Management, exploring its potential to optimize and challenge organizational processes. Through a literature review, we analyzed 68 articles, the research aimed to identify the implications of the application of datafication in people management. The results reveal that, although data analysis promotes efficiency and provides valuable insights, it also raises concerns related to information security, the potential dehumanization of labor relations, and the risk of excessive surveillance. It is concluded that the technological evolution of HRM demands a parsimonious approach that maximizes the benefits of datafication without neglecting the ethical and human aspects of people management.
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