Designing Motivational Systems in Smart Work Environments
Keywords:
Employee motivation, smart work environments, artificial intelligence, machine learning, human resource managementAbstract
Objective: This review study aimed to analyze and elucidate the dimensions and components of designing motivational systems in smart work environments, focusing on the integration of technology, human factors, and organizational strategies.
Methods and Materials: The study was a qualitative review, and data were collected solely through a review of 12 selected scholarly articles. Data were analyzed using qualitative thematic analysis with Nvivo 14. Article selection was based on relevance, scientific credibility, and full-text accessibility, and analysis continued until theoretical saturation was achieved.
Findings: The analysis revealed three main themes: (1) technology and intelligence, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, interactive digital environments, and gamification of work processes; (2) human and psychological dimensions, including digital self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, organizational justice, continuous learning, and human–machine interaction; and (3) organizational structure and strategies, including smart motivational policies, digital organizational culture, transformative leadership, intelligent performance evaluation systems, and smart work experience design. Results indicated that the intelligent integration of these dimensions enhances motivation, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment while ensuring the sustainability of motivation in smart work environments.
Conclusion: Designing motivational systems in smart work environments requires a multidimensional approach that simultaneously considers technology, human factors, and organizational structures. Leveraging intelligent tools, fostering a digital organizational culture, and promoting transformative digital leadership provide the foundation for enhancing employee motivation and performance. This study offers a comprehensive conceptual framework that can guide the design of motivational systems in digital organizations and inform future research in smart human resource management.
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