Abstract:

The well-being of women at work has emerged as a critical issue in contemporary organizational
research, particularly in traditionally male-dominated industries such as automotive manufacturing. This systematic review aims to identify and analyze the key theoretical factors influencing women's workplace well-being, with a specific focus on the rapidly growing automotive industry in Morocco. Despite the sector's expansion and increasing female participation, research on women's well-being in this context remains limited.
To address this gap, we conducted a comprehensive review of theoretical and conceptual articles
published between 2014 and 2024, indexed in Scopus and Web of Science databases, following the PRISMA guidelines.
Our analysis synthesizes various theoretical frameworks, including organizational justice theory,
intersectionality, and work-life balance models, to develop a holistic understanding of women's
workplace well-being.
The review reveals four primary dimensions influencing women's well-being: organizational culture and gender dynamics, work-life balance and flexibility, physical work environment and occupational health, and career development and empowerment. These dimensions interact in complex ways, shaped by the unique cultural and industrial context of Morocco's automotive sector.
Key findings highlight the critical role of inclusive leadership, the need for gender-sensitive ergonomic design, and the importance of culturally appropriate work-life balance policies. The review also underscores the significance of considering intersectional identities in understanding women's experiences. Emerging conceptual models, such as the "Holistic Women's Workplace Well-being Model" and the "Gender-Responsive Industrial Well-being Framework," offer promising directions for future research and practice.
This systematic review contributes to the literature by providing a comprehensive theoretical foundation for understanding women's well-being in Morocco's automotive industry. It identifies significant research gaps, particularly the need for empirical studies in the Moroccan context, and proposes avenues for future investigation.
The findings have important implications for policymakers, human resource practitioners, and organizational leaders seeking to enhance women's well-being and promote gender equality in industrial settings.