Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis on the topic of digital labour. The study also identifies the future research directions for the topic.
Design/methodology/approach
In total, 118 research papers were identified and reviewed from 11 established research databases and A*, A and B category journals from the ABDC journal list. The papers covered a timespan between 2006 and 2023. Bibliometric analysis was conducted to identify key research hotspots.
Findings
The emergent themes and associated sub-themes related to digital labour were identified from the literature. The paper found three significant themes that include digital labour platform, gig economy and productivity. This study also acts as a platform to initiate further research in this field for academicians, scholars, industry practitioners and policymakers. The future research scope in the topic is also presented.
Originality/value
The present study is unique in its nature as it approaches the topic of digital labour from all relevant perspectives.
This study aims to conduct a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis on the topic of digital labour. The study also identifies the future research directions for the topic.
Design/methodology/approach
In total, 118 research papers were identified and reviewed from 11 established research databases and A*, A and B category journals from the ABDC journal list. The papers covered a timespan between 2006 and 2023. Bibliometric analysis was conducted to identify key research hotspots.
Findings
The emergent themes and associated sub-themes related to digital labour were identified from the literature. The paper found three significant themes that include digital labour platform, gig economy and productivity. This study also acts as a platform to initiate further research in this field for academicians, scholars, industry practitioners and policymakers. The future research scope in the topic is also presented.
Originality/value
The present study is unique in its nature as it approaches the topic of digital labour from all relevant perspectives.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 967-1007 |
| Number of pages | 41 |
| Journal | International Journal of Organizational Analysis |
| Volume | 32 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| Early online date | 28 Jun 2023 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 3 Jun 2024 |
Keywords
- Bibliometric analysis
- Digital labour
- PRISMA
- Systematic literature review
- VOSviewer
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Strategy and Management
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management