Keywords
Generation Z employees
Responsible innovation
Submitted : 2025-07-15
Accepted : 2025-07-30
Published : 2025-08-14
Abstract
In the wave of digitalization, artificial intelligence (AI) technology has become the core driving force for corporate innovation, while Generation Z employees (born after 1990) are gradually becoming the mainstay of the workforce. Their pursuit of innovation and sense of responsibility have attracted significant attention. Based on journal studies from the past five years, this paper analyzes the antecedents and influence mechanisms of AI technology application on the responsible innovation of Generation Z employees, drawing on theories such as the social cognitive theory and technology acceptance model. At the organizational level, the depth of enterprise digital transformation strategies and innovation climate has significant impacts. At the individual level, digital literacy and creative self-efficacy play key roles. Existing research has deficiencies in theory, methodology, and practical application, calling for future studies to construct dynamic models, strengthen cross-industry research, and explore ethical collaboration mechanisms.
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