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Title: High--Performance Work Systems and Employee Innovative Work Behavior: A Meta--Analysis
Publication Date: March 12, 2026
Magazine: International Journal of Human Resource Management (ResearchGate)
Main Conclusions:
- Systemic Impact: High--Performance Work Systems (HPWS) practices, including selective hiring, extensive training, and incentive compensation, show a robust positive correlation with employee innovation (r = 0.36).
- Mediating Mechanisms: The study highlights that "perceived organizational support" and "knowledge sharing" act as critical bridges between HPWS and innovative outcomes.
- Contextual Variance: The effect is more pronounced in the manufacturing sector compared to the service sector, suggesting that structured HR systems provide a more stable foundation for innovation in technical environments.