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Emerging trends of artificial intelligence in management research: a bibliometric analysis

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This study investigates the evolving trajectory of artificial intelligence within management research by conducting a bibliometric analysis of 2,569 journal articles published between 1989 and 2024, sourced from the Web of Science database. Findings reveal a marked rise in artificial intelligence across diverse management fields. The analysis highlights the pivotal role of generative AI as an emerging paradigm that reshapes traditional managerial assumptions and research priorities. Despite this growth, persistent global disparities in research contributions and scientific productivity persist, particularly in the South American and African regions, indicating inequalities in knowledge production and collaboration. The thematic evolution indicates a shift from technology-focused adoption studies to more complex socio-technical questions about organisational transformation, workforce dynamics, and decision making. By highlighting underexplored and emerging themes, the study provides direction for future research.

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  • Nidhin K P, 2026. "Emerging trends of artificial intelligence in management research: a bibliometric analysis," International Journal of Bibliometrics in Business and Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 5(2), pages 169-186.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijbbmi:v:5:y:2026:i:2:p:169-186
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