An Advanced Framework for Technology Adoption that Supports Employee Readiness in Modern Organizations

As organizations embrace digital transformation, successful technology adoption increasingly depends on employee readiness, defined by skills, adaptability, and psychological acceptance of technological change. This paper presents an advanced framework for technology adoption that systematically integrates employee readiness assessment and development into the organizational change process. The framework responds to the growing need for a human-centered approach that balances technological advancement with workforce empowerment, ensuring that employees are not passive recipients of innovation but active enablers of transformation. Grounded in the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) theory, and the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), the proposed framework introduces four interlinked layers: strategic alignment, readiness assessment, capability development, and adaptive reinforcement. The strategic alignment layer ensures that technology initiatives align with organizational goals and employee values. The readiness assessment layer employs diagnostic tools to measure cognitive, emotional, and behavioral preparedness across workforce segments. The capability development layer provides targeted interventions such as digital upskilling, change communication, and peer mentoring to build confidence and competence. Finally, the adaptive reinforcement layer focuses on sustaining adoption through feedback systems, leadership engagement, and continuous learning loops. The framework employs a cyclical, data-driven model that leverages analytics and employee feedback to predict adoption barriers and guide decision-making. It also incorporates behavioral insights to promote positive attitudes toward technology use while mitigating resistance and burnout. By emphasizing inclusivity and psychological safety, the model fosters a supportive environment where employees can adapt to new technologies without fear of obsolescence. This paper contributes to organizational behavior and change management literature by reframing technology adoption as a socio-technical process rather than a purely technical implementation. The framework provides actionable pathways for executives, HR leaders, and digital transformation specialists seeking to enhance workforce adaptability, sustain innovation momentum, and achieve technology-driven productivity gains.