Volume 18 Issue 1, 2026 of the Journal of Work-Applied Management provides up-to-date theory and practice in relation to Work-Applied Learning (WAL), Work-Based Learning (WBL), reflective practice, and organisational learning and knowledge management. The papers in this journal include:
- A systematic literature review of digital coaching: insights for learning and development in the workplace Jonathan Passmore, Fabiana Memmolo, David Tee
- Artificial intelligence coach bots: coaches’ perceptions of potential future impacts on professional coaching, a qualitative study Francisca Bruning, George Boak
- Individual propensity to use an AI coaching chatbot in the contact centre environment Hermanus Van der Merwe, Nicky Terblanche
- Factors influencing artificial intelligence adoption in human resource management: a meta-synthesis and systematic review of multidimensional considerations Mohammad Pedrami, Seyed Kamal Vaezi
- Developing coaching cultures: an exploration of the enacting practitioner perspective Nick Kapoutzis, Lilith A. Whiley, Rachel Lewis, Jo Yarker
- Understanding the role of artificial intelligence in knowledge management systems: a systematic review using the antecedent, consequences and intervention framework Mahanish Panda, Roma Puri
- Machine learning and AI technology-induced skill gaps and opportunities for continuous development of middle-skilled employees Szufang Chuang, Mehran Shahhosseini, Maria Javaid, Greg G. Wang
- A systematic literature review of artificial intelligence (AI) in coaching: insights for future research and product development Jonathan Passmore, Bergsveinn Olafsson, David Tee
- Empowering Generation Z in manufacturing organizations: a 6-factor self-determination extension Juliana Salvadorinho, Peter Hines, Maneesh Kumar, Carlos Ferreira, Leonor Teixeira
- The AI-powered future of digital transformation: enhancing organizations and leadership development Martin Sposato, Eduardo Carlos Dittmar
These papers will be of interest to managers at all levels of an organisation, practitioners, academics, and students.