The Role of Self-Efficacy in Predicting Employee Adaptability to Technological Change in the Workplace

Rahayu Mardikaningsih; Didit Darmawan

Authors

Rahayu Mardikaningsih Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya
Didit Darmawan Universitas Sunan Giri Surabaya

Keywords:

Self-efficacy, employee adaptability, technological change, workplace, self-confidence, new work systems, technology adoption

Abstract

The rapid advancement of technology requires organizations to continuously update systems and work equipment in order to improve efficiency and competitiveness. These changes often present challenges for employees who must adjust their work methods and skills to operate new technological systems effectively. The success of this adaptation process is determined not only by external factors such as organizational support and the quality of training but also by internal factors possessed by individuals, one of which is self-efficacy, or the belief in one’s own ability to accomplish tasks and overcome challenges. This study aims to examine the role of self-efficacy in predicting employee adaptability to technological change in the workplace and to analyze how individual confidence in personal capabilities influences success in adjusting to new work systems. The method employed is a literature review that collects and critically evaluates relevant scholarly sources. The findings indicate that self-efficacy plays a significant role in predicting employee adaptability, with individuals who possess high levels of self-efficacy tending to adjust more quickly and effectively to technological changes. The main conclusion of this study is that individual belief in personal abilities influences the processes of acceptance, learning, and utilization of new technological systems in daily work activities. This study contributes to the development of knowledge in organizational behavior and human resource management and provides practical guidance for organizations in designing strategies to enhance employee self-efficacy as a means of supporting the successful adoption of new technologies.

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