Smart human resource management: Artificial intelligence as a tool for enhancing human capital in the United Arab Emirates
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Human Capital, Smart Human Resource Management, UAE AI Strategy, Digital Transformation, PESTEL AnalysisAbstract
This study explores the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing human capital through innovative Human Resource Management (HRM) practices in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Using a descriptive-analytical approach and the PESTEL framework, the research examines the political, economic, social, technological, legal, and educational factors shaping AI integration. The findings highlight the UAE’s strategic initiatives, such as the Ministry of AI, the UAE AI Strategy 2031, and digital platforms like Jahiz, which have transformed HRM into a data-driven, adaptive system that fosters innovation and sustainability. The study concludes that continuous investment in human capital, alongside advanced technological infrastructure, is essential for achieving sustainable digital transformation and global competitiveness.
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