Digital labour: a systematic literature review and bibliometric analysis

  • Vishal Goel
  • , Balakrishnan R. Unny
  • , Samik Shome*
  • , Yuvika Gupta
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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13 Citations (Scopus)

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.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)967-1007
Number of pages41
JournalInternational Journal of Organizational Analysis
Volume32
Issue number5
Early online date28 Jun 2023
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 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

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