STRATEGIC TALENT MANAGEMENT IN A HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT: BALANCING TALENT ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT FOR ORGANIZATIONAL SUCCESS
Keywords:
Talent management, hybrid work environment, talent acquisition, workforce development, employee engagement, remote work, digital collaboration, organizational performance.,,Abstract
The emergence of hybrid work models has significantly transformed the strategic management
of human resources across organizations worldwide. The shift toward flexible work
arrangements accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic and has since evolved into a long
term workforce strategy. Organizations now face the challenge of balancing talent acquisition
and talent development while maintaining employee engagement, productivity, and
organizational performance. This study examines the role of strategic talent management
practices in hybrid work environments and their impact on organizational success. Specifically,
the study investigates how talent acquisition strategies, employee development initiatives, and
digital collaboration tools influence workforce productivity and retention in hybrid workplaces.
A quantitative research design was adopted to analyze data collected from 220 employees and
HR professionals working in IT, ITES, and service organizations operating in India. Structured
questionnaires were used to measure constructs related to hybrid work management, talent
acquisition, talent development, employee engagement, and organizational performance.
Statistical techniques including reliability analysis, correlation analysis, and multiple
regression were applied using SPSS to test the proposed hypotheses.
The findings indicate that strategic talent acquisition and continuous employee development
significantly influence employee engagement and organizational performance in hybrid work
environments. Regression analysis revealed that talent development programs and digital
collaboration support systems are the strongest predictors of employee productivity and
retention. The study also highlights the importance of leadership support, digital infrastructure,
and inclusive HR policies in sustaining hybrid work effectiveness.
The research contributes to the literature on strategic human resource management by
providing empirical evidence on the effectiveness of talent management practices in hybrid
workplaces. The findings offer practical implications for HR leaders and policymakers seeking
to optimize workforce strategies in the evolving future of work.
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