Role of Organizational Culture in Mediating AI-Induced Social Alienation: A Meta-Analysis


Year : 2025 | Volume : 02 | Issue : 01 | Page : 28-33
    By

    Indrani Sarkar,

  • Amanpreet Kaur,

  1. Research Scholar, Department of Psychology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad, Haryana, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad, Haryana, India

Abstract

The fast adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace has raised worries about its influence on employee well-being, particularly social alienation. Social alienation is characterised by feelings of detachment and estrangement at work. It can harm job satisfaction, staff engagement, and organisational performance. Existing literature suggests that organizational culture is crucial in shaping employee experiences with AI technologies. This meta-analysis investigates how organizational culture mediates the relationship between AI implementation and social alienation—a comprehensive review of cross-sectional and longitudinal studies published between 2014 and 2024. Data from ten studies were synthesized, focusing on the effects of AI on workplace dynamics and the mediating role of organizational culture. The pooled effect size was calculated using a random-effects model, and heterogeneity was evaluated using the I2 index and Q statistic. The analysis revealed a moderate pooled effect size of 0.37 (95% CI: [0.27, 0.46]), indicating a significant relationship between AI implementation and increased social alienation. Findings showed that organizational culture—like transparency, inclusivity, and employee empowerment—significantly mitigates these negative effects. This meta-analysis highlights the importance of fostering a supportive organizational culture to counteract the alienating effects of AI technologies in the workplace. Organizations should prioritize cultural initiatives that enhance employee engagement and well-being, ensuring that technological advancements contribute positively to workplace dynamics. Further research can explore specific cultural interventions to improve employee experiences in AI-augmented environments.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, meta-analysis, social Alienation, organizational Culture, workplace

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Indrani Sarkar, Amanpreet Kaur. Role of Organizational Culture in Mediating AI-Induced Social Alienation: A Meta-Analysis. Recent Trends in Social Studies. 2025; 02(01):28-33.
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Volume 02
Issue 01
Received 16/11/2024
Accepted 03/12/2024
Published 03/01/2025
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