International Research Journal of Education and Technology

The human resources (HR) department is an essential part of any organization, as its functions play a critical role in supporting employees throughout their career journey. Among the HR department's most important functions is employee onboarding, which is the process of integrating new employees into the organization. Organizational socialization is a critical process that determines an employee's integration into an organization. Effective socialization can positively impact employee retention and job satisfaction while reducing turnover costs. This research paper presents a theoretical analysis of the best practices of employee onboarding processes in various industries.

With the advancement of technology, organizations are increasingly implementing AI-powered processes to support various activities in the employee onboarding process. As we move into the future of work, onboarding will encompass more than just compliance and integration into work culture. It will also involve tracking and measuring various metrics to gauge the effectiveness of the program and overall employee experience.

The study employs a qualitative research approach to review existing literature, identify best practices and recommendations for the effective onboarding of new employees, which have proven to be effective in providing an efficient and positive employee onboarding experience.

KEYWORDS: Organizational Socialization Onboarding, New Hire, Employee Engagement, Employee Experience, Induction.