Journal of Human Resource Management

Journal of Human Resource Management

Developing a Conceptual Model of Employee Flourishing with a Focus on Artificial Intelligence Maturity in Human Resource Management

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
1 Ph.D. Candidate, Department of Management, Faculty of Economics. Management and administrative sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran
2 Prof., Department of Management, Faculty of Economics. Management and administrative sciences, Semnan University, Semnan, Iran.
10.22034/jhrs.2025.537401.2455
Abstract
Background & Purpose: As the adoption of intelligent technologies in organizations accelerates particularly in the field of human resource management concerns regarding their psychological, perceptual, and ethical implications for employees have grown. While numerous studies have explored technology acceptance and efficiency from a quantitative perspective, fewer have examined the lived experiences, well-being, and perceptions of justice among employees interacting with AI-driven systems. This study aims to model the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) maturity in human resource management on employee flourishing.
Methodology: This study employs a qualitative and exploratory research design. Data were collected through 25 semi-structured interviews with employees, HR managers, and technology experts from organizations at varying levels of AI maturity. Participants were selected through purposive and theoretical sampling. Thematic analysis was used to analysis data.
Findings: The results indicated that employee flourishing is influenced by five components: cognitive-affective perception of artificial intelligence, technological psychological experience, organizational infrastructure and support, individual adaptation mechanisms, and perceived justice and technological trust. The designed conceptual model illustrates the multi-layered interaction between technology, organizational structure, and individual psychological capital.
Conclusion: By integrating positive psychology frameworks, the Job Demands-Resources model, and psychological capital, this study provides an indigenous model for employee flourishing in the context of artificial intelligence. This model can serve as a basis for formulating human resource policies, digital training programs, and strategies for the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence in organizations.
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Volume 15, Issue 3
Spring 2025
Pages 1-28

  • Receive Date 26 May 2025
  • Revise Date 16 August 2025
  • Accept Date 09 September 2025