Impact of Practitioner Factors on Adoption of Human Resource Analytics in the Organizations of Nepal

Abstract

This study intends to explore the practitioner factors that influence the adoption of HR analytics in the developing country, Nepal. Adopting a quantitative approach to research and using a self-administered questionnaire, 385 organizations were purposively sampled from various types of organization in Nepal. IBM SPSS was used for analysis of the data. The empirical results exhibit that there is a statistically significant relationship between awareness and readiness of practitioners for adopting human resource analytics. However, IT expertise/analytical skills do not have a significant relationship with the same. The study concludes that organization must prepare employees for technological changes by clearly communicating the purpose and benefits of the new technology by conducting hands-on training sessions, offering step-by-step guides, and providing continuous support. These results contribute to theory by providing insights into how practitioner-related factors, such as awareness, IT expertise/analytical skills, innovation, and readiness influence the adoption of HR Analytics enriching existing models of technology adoption in the organizational context. From a regulatory perspective, the findings can inform policy frameworks to emphasize training, skill development, and standardized guidelines, ensuring organizations in Nepal are better equipped to adopt and implement HR analytics effectively.