International Journal of Bibliometrics in Business and Management (4 papers in press)

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• The Evolution of Hybrid Work: from Early Telecommuting to Post - Pandemic Trends  
  by Mythrayee Prabakar, Raamkhumar M. H. H, Swamy T.N.V.R 
  Abstract: The evolution of work modalities has been significant over the past century and hybrid work has emerged as a pivotal model in recent years. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the development, current state, and future trajectories of hybrid work practices through a systematic bibliometric analysis. The findings reveal the dynamic nature of hybrid work, influenced by technological advancements, organisational shifts, and socioeconomic factors. This study highlights the most prolific institutions and countries that contribute to this field and maps the collaborative networks that have shaped hybrid research. Furthermore, this study discusses potential future directions and areas that require further investigation, offering valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers aiming to navigate and influence the future of their work.
  Keywords: hybrid work; science mapping; performance mapping; trend mapping; future pathways; stock analysis.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10071721
   
  
• Circular Economy, SMEs, and the Government: An Exploratory Bibliometrics and Network Analysis  
  by Marcos Ferasso, Donizete Beck 
  Abstract: Despite the increasing attention on Circular Economy (CE) and its adoption by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the role of government (GOV) in facilitating this transition remains underexplored. This study addresses this gap by investigating the CE-SME-GOV research landscape through a bibliometric and network analysis. A systematic review of 27 Scopus-indexed documents was conducted, employing keyword co-occurrence and co-authorship network analysis using VOSviewer. The findings reveal that CE and SME-related themes dominate the literature, while government-related concepts remain marginal. Key underdeveloped areas include Circular Cities, financial incentives, and supply chain integration. The study also highlights fragmented research networks, indicating a need for greater collaboration. This research contributes to the field by identifying emerging themes and policy-related gaps, providing scholars and policymakers with a roadmap for future research and strategic decision-making.
  Keywords: Sustainability. Government. Entrepreneurship. Bibliometrics. Network analysis.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10074771
   
  
• A Bibliometric Analysis of Employability Skills: Trends, Gaps, in Educational Institutions  
  by Anil Garg, Hamendra Dangi, Navneet Kumar 
  Abstract: This study conducts a bibliometric analysis of global academic research on employability skills in higher education using a dataset of 557 peer-reviewed articles indexed in the Scopus database (20012024). It sheds light on the idea of employability skills shows up in academic research specially in context of higher education. Focus in higher education is not only on technical expertise to encompass interpersonal competencies like effective communication, problem solving and adaptability, which are increasingly valued in professional settings. Through bibliometric methods, including citation network analysis and co-authorship mapping, this study examines the occurrence and distribution of these themes across global scholarship. VOSviewer and the Biblioshiny package in R, were employed to explore interconnectedness among research topics and to identify regions, such as parts of the Global South, where scholarship lags. This study highlights the need for educational institutions to ensure graduates possess the versatile skill sets demanded by evolving labour markets.
  Keywords: Bibliometric analysis; Higher education; Workforce readiness; Employability skills.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10074975
   
  
• A Bibliometric Analysis of Generational Cohorts and their Impact on Employee Performance: Trends, Themes, and Future Directions  
  by Aishwerya Sharma, Satyawan Baroda, Vicky Vicky 
  Abstract: This study aims to present a thorough overview of the body of research on generational cohorts and how they affect employee performance. This study uses a data set of 118 articles from the Scopus database to conduct a bibliometric analysis. Scientific mapping and performance analysis are carried out using VOS viewer and the Bibliometrix R package. The publication trend, important authors, journals, and most influential articles are displayed by performance analysis. A bibliographic coupling network of documents is used for science mapping to identify the field's intellectual framework. The five main themes identified in this review are: Generational Perspectives on Workplace Dynamics and Professional Development, Generation Z in the Workforce - motivation, performance, and organisational alignment, cognitive performance and development across lifespan and genetics, Generation Y and the role of workplace fun in shaping employee experiences, generational perspectives on psychological contracts and workplace fit. Future research agendas are also highlighted in the paper with these research themes. The bibliometric review of leading contributors in this paper enhances our understanding of generational cohorts and their effect on employee performance.
  Keywords: Generational cohorts; Generation X; Millennials; Generation Y; employee performance; job performance; Bibliometric analysis; Scientific mapping.
  DOI: 10.1504/IJBBM.2025.10075243