The Influence of Technical Competence on Employee Productivity: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Technical competence is one of the key factors in improving employee productivity in various industrial sectors. This study aims to systematically analyze the effect of technical competence on employee productivity through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. A total of 23 journals discussing the relationship between technical competence and employee productivity were analyzed to identify patterns of findings as well as factors that influence the relationship. The results showed that 73.91% of studies stated that technical competence has a significant positive influence on productivity, especially in terms of work efficiency, output quality, and achievement of organizational targets. However, 26.09% of the studies found that the effect was not significant without the support of other factors, such as work motivation, experience, and organizational culture. This study highlights the importance of effective technical training programs as well as the strengthening of moderating factors to improve employee productivity. The implications of this study can serve as a reference for academics and practitioners in developing more optimal human resource management strategies.