Foresight of Entrepreneurial Opportunities in the Field of Human Resources in Iran Based on Technology Trends

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1 Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Management, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran

2 Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management, Kharazmi University, Tehran, Iran

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Human resources is considered one of the most important aspects of organizations as it has significant impact on performance. With the rapid growth of technologies and societal change, human resources has been influenced and has undergone rapid transformation. This study aimed to explore the entrepreneurial opportunities arising from the technological trends in the human resource ecosystem in Iran in the next 5 years. This exploratory mixed methods study was conducted using a quantitative-qualitative approach. First, 17 technological trends were identified in a literature search from over 40 sources. Then, a survey sought the opinions of 57 experts to priorities the trends. Then, semi-structured interviews with 21 technology and HR experts were conducted using MAXQDA software to extract 243 open codes for opportunities, which after synthesis led to 38 identified technology-based entrepreneurial opportunities, including developments such as interactive VR safety training platforms, AI-supported CV analyses and AI-based compensation systems. The identified opportunities are categorized into six key areas: talent acquisition, rewards, compensation and work experience, employee relations and risk management, HR information management, HR administration and shared services, talent management and development. The findings can assist entrepreneurs, employers, and HR professionals in recognizing and leveraging technology-driven opportunities in human resources.

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Journal of Technology Development Management
Volume 11, Issue 3
December 2023
Pages 9-42

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  • Receive Date: 27 October 2023
  • Revise Date: 16 March 2024
  • Accept Date: 02 April 2024

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