Leveraging Technology for HR in Industry 5.0

Dr. Archana Shrivastava is currently working as Director- Balaji Institute of Modern Management and HOD- PM & HRD, Sri Balaji University Pune. She is a professional having a diverse experience of 28 years. She pursued her education in the field of Electronics and Telecom Engineering and later did MBA with a specialization in HR. She was awarded the Doctoral degree in the area of Employee Engagement. Dr. Archana Shrivastava has the distinction of having taught at leading B schools across India. Her areas of research interest in which she has published papers, articles and case studies include Employee Engagement, Leadership, Human Capital, Organizational Stress and Performance Management. She has authored three books titled- Human Resource Management, Human Relations and HR Analytics. Her initiative for developing Indian case studies rooted in indigenous issues and challenges and innovative solutions to surmount them won her the 2nd prize for her case “Organization Churn for a Creamy Future” in CII EdgeFarm – HR Case Study Writing Competition. A passionate researcher she has published case studies with Emerald Emerging Market Case studies, Sage Publication and Emerging Web of Science indexed journals. Dr Shrivastava has earned a gold medal in the course Performance Management and Reward Systems hosted by IIT Kharagpur on the Swayam platform. She won the Gold Medal for conceptualizing and delivering HR Analytics Course under the Weschool Innovation Award 2023 Category at the 34th National Convention of Association Of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) at Coimbatore. Dr Shrivastava has conducted many workshops on HR Analytics and a joint certification program on HR Analytics by Sri Balaji University and the apex HR body-National Human Resource Development Network (NHRDN). Dr. Archana Shrivastava is also a Research Guide at Sri Balaji University Pune. She firmly believes human resource management is the fuel that can propel ordinary people to achieve extraordinary results.

Dr. Neera Singh is a passionate academician and emerging author, deeply committed to advancing research and education. With over 21 years of professional experience, she is currently serving as an Associate Professor of Human Resource Management at Sri Balaji University, Pune. Being university Topper ,she also holds dual doctorates in English Literature and Human Resource Management. Dr. Singh exemplifies a rare blend of analytical and creative scholarship.
She has authored a book and published several research papers in reputed refereed journals. Over the years, Dr. Singh has taught a wide range of subjects, including Compensation and Benefits, Human Resource Analytics, Talent Development, Human Resource Planning, and Talent Acquisition in esteemed institutions across India. Her expertise extends beyond academia—she has conducted Management Development Programmes (MDPs) in HR Analytics and Leadership for professionals in diverse sectors such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and textiles. She has also provided consultancy services to organizations like Triveni Glass, contributing to strategic HR solutions.
Dr. Singh’s passion for curriculum design reflects her dedication to preparing future-ready HR professionals. Her research interests encompass HR Analytics, Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Labour, and HR Technology. Through her writing and teaching, she strives to connect with a broader audience, inspiring intellectual curiosity and fostering human-centric innovation in the field of Human Resource Management.

Dr. Surajit Saha is an accomplished academician, researcher, and industry-exposed professional in the field of Organizational Behaviour (OB) and Human Resource Management (HRM). He is currently serving as a faculty member at XIM University, Bhubaneswar, where he is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic development. With over seven years of post-PhD experience in higher education, complemented by prior industry exposure, Dr. Saha brings a strong, practice-oriented perspective to management education.
Dr. Saha earned his Ph.D. in Management from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur in 2018. His doctoral research examined the relationships between personality traits, leadership work profiles, creativity, and organizational innovation structures, highlighting his long-standing interest in leadership, innovation, and organizational design. He also holds an MBA from IIT Kanpur and a Bachelor of Engineering in Information Technology from the University of Calcutta. This interdisciplinary educational background enables him to integrate behavioural science with analytical and technological approaches in HRM.
Before joining XIM University, Dr. Saha served as an Assistant Professor of OB and HRM at ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad, from 2021 to Oct. 2025, and earlier at ISB&M, Pune. During this period, he made significant contributions to curriculum development and academic innovation. He introduced and redesigned contemporary courses such as HR Tech, Technology in HRM, and HR Analytics, incorporating advanced analytical tools, social network analysis, organizational network analysis, text analytics, and mixed-method research approaches to align management education with evolving industry needs.
In addition to his academic roles, Dr. Saha has industry experience as a Business Analyst, where he worked closely with organizational data, business processes, and decision-support systems. This hands-on industry exposure strengthened his understanding of real-world HR and organizational challenges, particularly in analytics-driven decision-making, performance management, and process optimization. His industry experience significantly informs his teaching and research, enabling him to bridge the gap between theory and practice effectively.
Dr. Saha has an active research profile with publications in leading international peer-reviewed journals, including Information Technology & People and the International Journal of Manpower (ABDC A category). His research focuses on remote work, leadership and emotional intelligence, employee engagement, communication satisfaction, corporate social responsibility, and technology-mediated work environments. His scholarly work has garnered a substantial number of citations, reflecting its academic relevance and impact within the academic community. A significant aspect of Dr. Saha’s academic profile is his contributions to case study development and case-based teaching. He has authored and published teaching cases on HR technology and competency mapping.
Methodologically, Dr. Saha is proficient in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research designs, with strong expertise in PLS-SEM, latent variable modelling, systematic literature reviews, and bibliometric analysis. He is skilled in analytical tools such as SPSS, SmartPLS, and NVivo, and possesses working knowledge of C++ and Java, reinforcing his capabilities in HR analytics and data-driven research.
Beyond teaching and research, Dr. Saha actively contributes to the academic and professional community. He serves as a regular reviewer for reputed international journals and was a Principal Member of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) panel on Business Process Management. He is also involved in doctoral supervision and faculty development, mentoring scholars and early-career researchers.
Dr. Surajit Saha’s work is guided by a commitment to integrating human-centric management practices with technological advancement and industry relevance. Through his combined academic and industry experience, he continues to make meaningful contributions to management scholarship and practice in the digital era.