Human resources analytics adoption factors in Lebanon.

Abstract

HR Analytics has gained increased attention in the past few years and companies are using it as a competitive advantage. Despite its numerous benefits and advantages to companies, Lebanon is witnessing a scarce adoption and utilization of this technology. In this study we aim at examining the status of HR Analytics from an HR point of view while also examining the different factors which are hindering its adoption. Adopting a qualitative interpretive approach and based on the narratives of 20 HR professional currently working in Lebanon, this study aims to understand the different factors hindering adoption of HR analytics. Our findings show that several technological, social, cultural and time factors play a role in the minimal adoption and utilization of Analytics. We further discuss our finding by approaching the study from the adoption and diffusion theory of Everett Rogers. Everett Rogers theory brings additional understanding of the different factors that play an important role in the adoption of any new technology.