Dr. Ali Junaid Khan, holding a Ph.D. in Management Sciences, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Business, Management and Administrative Sciences, Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan. With extensive industry experience at the corporate level, Dr. Khan brings a practical approach to his research and teaching, making him proficient at imparting market-oriented skills to students and researching real-world problems. He has a diversified portfolio of research and authored more than 50 publications focusing on sustainable development, green innovations and practices, responsible leadership, HRM, Green HRM, organizational psychology, and entrepreneurship. In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Khan is also serving as an HR consultant and Trainer with various organizations. He is also an Editor of book and served as Guest Editor in International Impact Factor Journals. Moreover, he has extensive review experience with various international journals such as Emerald, Springer, Sage, Wiley, Taylor & Francis, and IOP Science.
Ali Junaid Khan博士，管理学博士，现任巴基斯坦巴哈瓦尔布尔伊斯兰大学商业、管理和行政科学研究所助理教授。凭借在企业层面的丰富行业经验，Khan博士为他的研究和教学带来了实用的方法，使他能够熟练地向学生传授市场导向的技能和研究现实世界的问题。他在可持续发展、绿色创新和实践、负责任的领导、人力资源管理、绿色人力资源管理、组织心理学和企业家精神等领域进行了广泛的研究，发表了50多篇论文。除了他的学术贡献，Khan博士还担任各种组织的人力资源顾问和培训师。他也是一本书的编辑，并担任国际影响因子期刊的客座编辑。此外，他还在Emerald， b施普林格，Sage, Wiley, Taylor & Francis， IOP Science等各种国际期刊上拥有丰富的审稿经验。
This special issue explores the intersection of AI, workforce learning, and sustainability, focusing on the following themes:
- AI applications in achieving workplace sustainability and contributing to global SDGs.
- Integrating AI to foster economic, social, and environmental development in organizations.
- AI-powered tools for educating employees on sustainability and green practices.
- Training employees with AI tools to contribute to a circular economy.
- Equipping employees with skills for AI and digital transformation.
- AI's role in fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning in organizations.
- Challenges and opportunities of technology and innovations.
- Integrating AI tools with HR practices.
- Gamification and adaptive learning platforms
- Understanding workplace behaviors using AI analytics.
- Sustainable innovations in workplaces.
- Sustainable development and circular economy practices in organizations
- Transforming research in education and workplace practices through innovative methodologies.
This special issue aims to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in achieving sustainable workplace practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning. It seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of how AI can drive organizations toward environmental, social, and economic sustainability while addressing the global challenges outlined in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By focusing on AI-powered education and training, the issue intends to highlight innovative methods for reskilling and upskilling employees, enabling them to thrive in AI-driven environments. Additionally, it aims to facilitate dialogue on the challenges and opportunities technology presents, fostering a collaborative effort to unlock its full potential for sustainable HRM.
This special issue features a range of contributions that delve into the practical and theoretical aspects of AI in workplace sustainability and employee development. Articles illustrate how AI applications optimize resource utilization, minimize waste, and promote environmentally conscious organizational practices. Contributions also highlight AI's role in advancing employee training through adaptive learning platforms, gamification, and innovative methodologies tailored to sustainability goals. Furthermore, the issue examines how AI analytics can provide deeper insights into workplace behaviors, employee engagement, and motivation, enabling organizations to foster a thriving work culture. The included research also showcases strategies for integrating AI into HR practices, emphasizing green behaviors, circular economy initiatives, and the digital transformation of workplaces, ultimately driving innovation and sustainability in organizational operations.
Researchers, practitioners, and policymakers are invited to engage with this special issue by contributing their perspectives and research. This platform offers an opportunity to deepen discussions on AI’s role in transforming workplaces, advancing sustainability, and fostering continuous learning. Submissions that push the boundaries of current knowledge and propose actionable strategies for sustainable workplace are particularly encouraged.
This special issue underscores the critical role of AI in shaping sustainable and innovative organizational practices. By bridging academic insights with practical applications, it aims to pave the way for meaningful advancements in workforce learning and sustainability. Together, these contributions can inspire transformative practices that address global challenges and promote equitable, thriving workplaces.