Diffusion of Artificial Intelligence in Human Resource Domain With Specific Reference To Recruitment Function A Literature Review Study
Diffusion of Artificial Intelligence in Human Resource Domain With Specific Reference To Recruitment Function A Literature Review Study
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Abstract:- Artificial intelligence is the buzzword around revolution, is the era of artificial intelligence (AI) and the
the world in the current times. It has migrated into a Internet of Things (IoT). Organizations need to be prepared
number of fields, including the core areas of business for the different changes that technology will bring because
like marketing, finance, and human resource digitization is developing so swiftly.
management. The ability of a computer or a robot
controlled by a computer to do tasks that typically (Dimple Agarwal, Josh Bersin, Gaurav Lahiri, and Jeff
require human knowledge and discernment is known as Schwartz, 2018) assert that automated human resources
artificial intellect (AI).The application of AI is helping recruiting is streamlined by artificial intelligence
transfer the repetitive and mundane tasks to the applications like problem-solving, a data-driven function.
computer so that humans can concentrate on the Future work will be given higher priority across the market,
activities which need human intervention and cannot be with employers and employees considering knowledge,
performed by computers or robots. Human Resource skills, and traits to stay competitive in the market for long-
functions are a gamut of all the activities performed term sustainability. The industry is now considering using
throughout the life cycle of an employee starting from artificial intelligence in the hiring process. The recruitment
hiring new employees, ensuring their performance and industry is getting closer to integrating artificial intelligence
growth, and their exit from the organization. In the list into the hiring process by taking into account previous
of activities performed by the human resource function, studies, such as the study of artificial intelligence covered in
many activities are too much time taking, repetitive and earlier years.
monotonous. Such tasks can be delegated to robots, or
the use of AI in such tasks will free up a lot of time for In fact, according to several studies, AI is involved in
HR experts so they can focus on more inventive and the hiring process (Upadhyay & Khandelwal, 2018),
fruitful tasks. The function of recruiting is one of the (Bullhorn, 2018), (Paradox,2018). Considering this context,
main HR activities. This study reviews the research from the author's objective is to draw attention to a component of
the last five years with a particular emphasis on the use the hiring process that has gotten little attention in the
of AI in the recruitment function of human resource literature but is crucial to HRM from a strategic perspective.
management. Understanding the dissemination of AI in In fact, the author thought that successful recruiting
recruitment functions would be made easier through the strategies were essential for organizational success.
analysis of such material. Therefore, understanding the difficulties associated with the
hiring process can help to improve hiring practices, making
Keywords:- Artificial Intelligence, Human Resource a talent allocator more skilled and efficient. Based on the
Management, Recruitment. results of a systematic study, the paper will explore how
much the literature has addressed the spread of artificial
I. INTRODUCTION intelligence in the hiring process.
In their 2019 study, Parry and Battista looked at the III. METHODOLOGY USED IN THE PAPER
effects of current and emerging technologies on the
workforce as well as the role of the human resource (HR) This study is a review of the literature. About 35
function in helping people and companies adapt to these research papers were reviewed for this study, of which 20
changes. Evidence suggests that businesses are utilising were used in the literature review based on the use of
cutting-edge tools like robots and artificial intelligence to artificial intelligence in the field of human resource
automate routine, uncomplicated tasks and predictive management, specifically with reference to the recruitment
algorithms to make complex decisions more quickly and function. This study only uses secondary data, and the
accurately. Additionally, more and more flexible working majority of the publications published in SAGE,
methods, like telecommuting and virtual work, are being EMERALD, and SPRINGER journals over the previous five
implemented thanks to new technologies.However, this will years were used in the data gathering. In order to
provide difficulties for HR professionals, who must help comprehend the dissemination of Artificial Intelligence in
workers upgrade their abilities in order to compete in the the field of HRM with particular reference to the actions
future workplace and develop solutions to deal with any carried out in the recruitment function, the collected papers
were reviewed of the variables analyzed.
7 Exploring Artificial AI, HRM domain 23 pertinent papers were discovered when searching the Scopus
Intelligence online database from 1991 to 2020 and used in the study as a
Applications in Human sample. In order to improve efficiency and effectiveness in their
Resource Management human resource management operations and satisfy consumer
requests, organisations can apply artificial intelligence in nine
different areas of human resource management tasks, according
to the report. Other facets of human resource management could
be covered by the research.
8 Integration of Artificial AI and HR domain The study used an interview method with the use of tailored
Intelligence in Human questions to target HR professionals in corporate settings and
Resource primarily depended on secondary data. For the study to better
understand AI applications, 117 professionals provided primary
data. Many businesses are seeking to integrate AI in HR despite
the obstacles because the advantages outweigh the difficulties.
9 AI adoption by human AI, Impact, HR This study suggests a model to explain the variables affecting
resource management: system HRM's adoption of AI. The proposed model makes use of the
a study of its effectiveness task-organization-environment and task-technology fit models.
antecedents and impact Two-step partial least squares-based structural equational
on HR system modelling was used to test the model (PLS-SEM). Information
effectiveness was gathered from 210 HRM employees working in IT
companies in the Delhi-NCR area (only senior-level or
specialised HR positions). Analysis of the literature indicates that
organisational preparation, perceived benefits, and technical
readiness all have an impact on the adoption of AI, which can
increase the efficiency of HR systems. The recommended model
is supported by the PLS-SEM findings, which also support all
hypothesised correlations.
10 Adoption of artificial AI, Talent The use of AI technology for talent acquisition is favourably
intelligence (AI) for acquisition, IT and influenced by cost-effectiveness, relative advantage, top
talent acquisition in ITES management support, HR readiness, competitive pressure, and AI
IT/ITeS organizations Organizations vendor support, according to this study. Security and privacy
problems impede the use of AI technologies. It is discovered that
task and technology features have an impact on the task and
technology fit of AI technology for talent acquisition. Adoption
and job technology fit have an impact on how effectively AI
technology is used for hiring. The association between AI
adoption and actual application in talent acquisition is found to be
negatively impacted by stickiness to conventional methods of
talent acquisition. The proposed model was empirically tested and
revealed determinants of the uptake of AI technology and its real
application for hiring.
11 AI adoption in the AI, Extent, and The results of this study indicate that human resources managers
hiring process – Criteria for view information security and return on investment as two very
important criteria and adoption important factors when thinking about the usage of AI in the
extent of AI adoption hiring process. Adoption of AI for job sourcing and initial
screening has been proven to be appropriate. And between before
and after the COVID-19 pandemic problem started, the recruiting
stage where AI can be deployed has become more appropriate. In
light of altering external and internal circumstances, the findings
and discussion enable businesses to make more informed
decisions regarding the integration of AI into their hiring
procedures.
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