The widespread adoption of algorithmic technologies in human resource management (HRM) practices raises questions about the potential influences of algorithmic HRM. Drawing on the technology affordance theory, we systematically analyzed the effects of algorithmic HRM based on its technology affordances (i.e., comprehensive, instantaneous, interactive and opaque) and argue that algorithmic HRM is a double-edged sword with both benefits and risks. Specifically, we propose that algorithmic HRM exert control in the workplace through two mechanism, which we re-constructed as enabling mechanism by augmenting employees to improve their work ability and enclosing mechanism by providing restrains and social structures to limit people's work in the organizations. We also conclude this paper with the providing avenues for future research.
