International Journal of Society and Law
Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): August 2026

THE ROLE OF WORK ADAPTABILITY IN MEDIATING THE INFLUENCE OF WORK TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELFARE ON EMPLOYEE RETENTION IN THE OPERATIONAL AREA OF PT CENTRAL PERTIWI BAHARI LAMPUNG

Novia Agustina (Universitas Malahayati)
Febrianty (Universitas Malahayati)
Muhammad Irfan Pratama (Universitas Malahayati)



Article Info

Publish Date
06 Sep 2026

Abstract

This study comprehensively analyzes the role of work adaptability as a mediating variable in the relationship between work technology adoption and psychological well-being on employee retention in the operational area of PT Central Pertiwi Bahari Lampung, with a focus on the context of digital transformation in the Indonesian maritime industry. A correlational quantitative approach using PLS-SEM analysis through SmartPLS software shows that the adoption of work technologies—such as ERP systems and operational digital platforms—significantly improves employees' adaptability through readiness to change and behavioral flexibility. Meanwhile, psychological well-being that includes stress management and social support also strengthens that adaptability, ultimately resulting in a partial mediating effect on increased employee retention through retention intent and organizational loyalty. The research model is confirmed to be valid and reliable with a strong influence on dependent variables, thus providing practical implications in the form of recommendations for the development of work adaptability training programs, comprehensive psychological support, and responsive human resource management strategies to maintain a high-quality workforce amid the challenges of the digital transformation era.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJSL

Publisher

Subject

Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Other

Description

International Journal of Society and Law is a journal that explores important issues in the field of law and society at the international level. This journal provides a platform for a variety of research and analysis related to the interaction between law and social dynamics in global society. ...