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@article{186061,
        author = {Anandha Bapu. A and Dr. P. Thirumoorthi},
        title = {Virtual Leadership and Digital Management Competencies: Their Impact on Employee Performance in Virtual Human Resource Management Systems},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {184-192},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186061},
        abstract = {In the post-pandemic era, organizations are increasingly adopting Virtual Human Resource Management (VHRM) systems to manage distributed teams and remote employees. This study examines the influence of Virtual Leadership and Digital Management Competencies on Employee Engagement and Performance in virtual work environments. The research aims to explore how leadership styles adapted to digital platforms and technology-driven management skills affect key HRM outcomes in the virtual context. A structured questionnaire was distributed among employees working in IT and service-based firms adopting VHRM practices. The findings indicate that leaders with strong digital competencies and emotional intelligence significantly enhance employee engagement, motivation, and performance. The study concludes that the success of VHRM systems largely depends on digitally capable leaders who can foster trust, communication, and collaboration in virtual spaces.},
        keywords = {Virtual Leadership, Digital Management Competencies, Employee Engagement, Employee Performance, Virtual Human Resource Management (VHRM).},
        month = {October},
        }