Skip to Main Content
Article navigation
Purpose

The study analyzes the joint effect of the automation of processes and training of employees on the efficiency of the workflow, paying special attention to the moderating effect of technological expertise, in other words, knowledge of the industry. The discovery of influential factors to automate internal processes is critical to maintaining competitive power and advancing operational efficiency in the IT industry of Pakistan, which is facing fast changes.

Design/methodology/approach

The quantitative approach to research was implemented by gathering the data based on a sample including 300 managers and employees operating in the context of the IT industry in Pakistan. The key variables, such as the process automation (PA), employee training, workflow efficiency (WE) and the use of industry-specific technologies, were measured with the help of a structured questionnaire. Both direct and indirect influences of automation and training on the efficiency of the workflow were analyzed in terms of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The model also included two-way moderation to identify the effects of industry-specific tailored technologies.

Findings

The findings reveal that the automation of the processes and training employees are highly positively correlated with increasing the efficiency of the working course. Moreover, the existence of a technological expertise in the industry also contributes substantially to the bonding of these variables. Companies that adapt to the tailored tech solutions and makeup talent development strategies have higher rates of productivity in their workflows.

Practical implications

Performance managers should co-invest in targeted training and domain-aligned tools; PM systems should track capability-building indicators alongside process Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Social implications

Upskilling with context-aligned technology supports employability and sustainable productivity.

Originality/value

The proposed research introduces an innovative means of integrating the PA and workforce formation with the optimization of the contextual technology systems that suit the ever-changing demand in the IT sector in Pakistan. The results confirm the utmost significance of introducing industry-specific digital solutions to streamline organizational functioning and human assets performance.

Licensed re-use rights only
You do not currently have access to this content.
Don't already have an account? Register

Purchased this content as a guest? Enter your email address to restore access.

Please enter valid email address.
Email address must be 94 characters or fewer.
Pay-Per-View Access
$39.00
Rental

or Create an Account

Close Modal
Close Modal