EXPLORING TALENT DEVELOPMENT APPROACHES IN TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN ORGANIZATIONS: A QUALITATIVE SYNTHESIS

Muh. Hapipi

Authors

Muh. Hapipi Prodi Managemen, FEB, Universitas Terbuka

Keywords:

Talent Development Approach, Technology Based Organization, Qualitative Study, Human Resource Innovation

Abstract

Abstract: Effective talent development is a crucial aspect of the success of organizations operating in an ever-evolving technological landscape. This study aims to explore various approaches to talent development in technology-driven organizations. Employing a qualitative method through a Systematic Literature Review approach, this research collects literature from reputable sources such as Scopus, DOAJ, and Google Scholar, focusing on publications from 2014 to 2024. The findings indicate that organizations face significant challenges in implementing effective talent development approaches. Cost and time constraints have emerged as major barriers, particularly for small companies with limited budgets. Additionally, the lack of effective measurement systems complicates organizations' ability to assess the impact of development programs, thereby hindering sound decision-making regarding resource allocation. Rapid technological changes further exacerbate the complexity, as the skills taught often become outdated, making it a significant challenge to adjust training programs to meet new demands. These findings are expected to provide valuable insights for organizations in formulating more effective talent development strategies that are responsive to the dynamics of the continuously changing technological environment.

Abstrak: Pengembangan talenta yang efektif merupakan aspek penting dalam keberhasilan organisasi yang beroperasi di era teknologi yang terus berkembang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi berbagai pendekatan dalam pengembangan talenta di organisasi yang didorong oleh teknologi. Dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif melalui pendekatan Systematic Literature Review, studi ini mengumpulkan literatur dari sumber-sumber terkemuka seperti Scopus, DOAJ, dan Google Scholar, dengan fokus pada publikasi yang terbit dalam interval tahun 2014 hingga 2024. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa organisasi menghadapi tantangan signifikan dalam menerapkan pendekatan pengembangan bakat yang efektif. Kendala biaya dan waktu terbukti menjadi penghambat utama, khususnya bagi perusahaan kecil yang memiliki anggaran terbatas. Selain itu, kurangnya sistem pengukuran yang efektif menyulitkan organisasi dalam menilai dampak program pengembangan, sehingga menghambat pengambilan keputusan yang tepat terkait alokasi sumber daya. Perubahan teknologi yang cepat juga menambah kompleksitas, di mana keterampilan yang diajarkan sering kali menjadi usang, dan penyesuaian program pelatihan dengan kebutuhan baru menjadi tantangan besar. Temuan ini diharapkan dapat memberikan wawasan yang berharga bagi organisasi dalam merumuskan strategi pengembangan talenta yang lebih efektif dan responsif terhadap dinamika lingkungan teknologi yang terus berubah.

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