13: VR Digitised HRM: Transforming HRM Practices with VR Paradigms

In today's digitised world, human resource management (HRM) faces challenges due to emerging technologies. Among these, virtual reality (VR) has become particularly significant as it reshapes critical aspects of HRM by offering immersive experiences. Although VR holds strategic value for HRM, integrating it effectively is challenging and cannot be achieved overnight. This chapter is dedicated to studying organisations that seek to embrace VR as a novel approach to HRM. It covers several key areas: VR technology, its applications in HRM, strategic benefits, drawbacks and implementation challenges, while highlighting contentious issues that require attention. In conclusion, the study suggests that overcoming obstacles to manage change may help bridge the gap to the desired outcomes. Additionally, the way the technology is utilised will determine the benefits ultimately received.