Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The gig economy is revolutionizing modern labor markets, redefining employment structures and workforce dynamics. This study offers a bibliometric analysis of gig economy research, drawing from 84 Scopus-indexed articles (2017–2024) to uncover key themes such as worker vulnerability, regulatory frameworks, human resource management, and the impact of digital platforms. Keyword co-occurrence and thematic mapping reveal pivotal research clusters, including algorithmic management, policy systems, worker safety, and the influence of technological disruptions like artificial intelligence. Findings highlight the gig economy's multidisciplinary nature, intersecting fields like labour economics, organizational studies, and digital innovation. Global collaboration (39.29% international co-authorship) underscores the interconnectedness of research, yet gaps persist in exploring worker well-being, regulatory efficacy, and sustainable practices. The analysis emphasizes the urgency for robust policies to safeguard labour rights, promote equitable platform management, and enhance workforce well-being. Future research should address underexplored areas such as mental health, job sustainability, and environmental dimensions of gig work. By aligning interdisciplinary academic inquiry with real-world challenges, this study provides actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and researchers. This work contributes to understanding the complexities of gig economy management and shaping equitable and sustainable practices in the evolving world of work.
DOI: 10.14419/sx68fc91
Authors: Kavya Shabu, Priya K M, Mageswari S S, Nayana Prabhash, Arsha Hari
Language: English
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4410500461