Industry 4.0 and People Analytics

Industry 4.0 is revolutionizing the way companies do business by integrating new technologies into workplace practices and into production facilities and throughout their operations. This new volume provides an insightful examination of the role of people analytics―the data-driven and goal-focused method of studying people processes, functions, challenges, and opportunities at work to elevate these systems and achieve sustainable business success―in the era of Industry 4.0. It explores the use of AI and other technologies in analyzing cognition, human potential, and talent management; for studying workplace diversity and inclusion; in performance management and reward analytics; to enhance emotional and social intelligence in decision making; for employee training programs; for employee wellness enhancement; for leadership development; and more.

Vinod Kumar Shukla, PhD, is Associate Professor and Head of Academics in the School of Engineering Architecture Interior Design at Amity University, Dubai, UAE. He has published books and research papers and has conducted training programs for Delhi Transco Limited, the Indian postal department, and Directorate General Resettlement. Dr. Shukla has received several awards for his work.

Praveen Kulkarni, PhD, is Professor at the KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belgaum, India, where he teaches organizational behavior, leadership, and psychometric testing. He is also a guide at Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, India. Dr. Kulkarni has articles published in several journals in his field and has vast experience in the field of administration.

Deepika Gaur, PhD, is Assistant Professor at Skyline University College, UAE. She has been affiliated with Canadian University (Dubai) and American University (UAE) as well as with Wipro Limited, Hexaware Technologies, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Motors, Azingo, iFlex, Quantus Airways, John Deere India, SEED InfoTech, and National Institute of Information Technology as a behavioral trainer.

Pradeep N., PhD, is Dean of Academics and Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology, India. He received an honorary doctorate of Engineering (Honoris Causa) from the Iranian Neuroscience Society, FARS Chapter, and the Dana Brain Health Institute, Iran. He has edited several books and has authored book chapters and over 30 research articles.

Jean Paolo G. Lacap, PhD, is Vice President for Research and Extension at the City College of Angeles, Philippines. The recipient of several awards for his work, including a Diplomate in Business Education (DBE) from the Philippine Academy of Professionals in Business Education, he has published research papers in journals and conferences.

Amina Omrane, PhD, is Associate Professor at the University of Sfax in Tunisia, where she teaches research methods, strategic management, business plans, entrepreneurship, as well as human/personal development. Dr. Omrane has presented research papers at international conferences and has authored books and book chapters on management science, entrepreneurship, and human development.