Analysis of Human Resource Competencies In Facing The Industry 4.0 Era

Samiun Samiun; I Ketut Kusuma Wijaya; Baiq Rabiatul Adawiyah Kartika Wulan

doi:10.38035/dijefa.v6i3.4649

Authors

Samiun Samiun Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika
I Ketut Kusuma Wijaya Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika
Baiq Rabiatul Adawiyah Kartika Wulan Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.38035/dijefa.v6i3.4649

Keywords:

Human Resource Competency, 4.0 Industry era, hard skills, soft skills, digital training, development strategy

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the competencies of Indonesian human resources (HR) in facing the challenges of the Industry era. The research employed a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews with informants from the industrial sector, vocational education, and training institutions. Findings reveal that HR competencies—both technical (hard skills) such as digital technology proficiency, and non-technical (soft skills) such as critical thinking, adaptability, and initiative—are not yet optimal. Several inhibiting factors in competency development include limited access to training, weak organizational support, and misalignment between education and industry needs. Strategies to address these challenges include continuous training, fostering a learning culture, utilizing online learning technologies, and enhancing collaboration among educational institutions, industries, and the government. This study highlights the importance of an adaptive and responsive learning ecosystem to shape HR capable of navigating technological changes and the dynamic digital work environment.

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