Human Resources(2021) May 2026

: A study by Dutta (2021) titled "Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment" became a key reference for how HR departments began automating talent acquisition during the remote hiring surge. Human resource management and the COVID-19 crisis - PMC

In 2021, the Human Resources landscape was heavily defined by the shift to post-pandemic work models, the "Great Resignation," and the rapid acceleration of HR technology.

Featured Paper: Human resource management and the COVID-19 crisis (2021) Human Resources(2021)

: Published by HR.com , this study found that organizations with a positive "human experience" (engagement, belonging, and inspiration) saw twice the innovation and 25% higher profits.

: HR practitioners were viewed as "first responders," moving from administrative roles to responsive change agents. : A study by Dutta (2021) titled "Adoption

: It argues that organizations will likely never return to pre-pandemic work situations, necessitating a permanent redefinition of HR policies. Other Notable 2021 HR Research & Reports

: Research from SHRM highlighted that 53% of large organizations saw increased quit rates in 2021, prompting a major shift in how HR approaches retention and hybrid work. : HR practitioners were viewed as "first responders,"

This comprehensive review explores how the pandemic fundamentally shook organizational structures and forced HR practitioners to find ingenious solutions for business continuity.