The Moderating Effect of Digital Leadership on the Relationship between Digital Burnout and Adaptive Performance of Employees at the Suez Canal Authority: A Field Study

This study aimed to examine the moderating effect of digital leadership on the relationship between digital burnout and adaptive performance among employees of the Suez Canal Authority. The research adopted a descriptive-analytical approach to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the variables under investigation. The research was conducted on a sample of 373 participants, with a questionnaire employed as the primary data collection tool. A total of 323 valid responses were obtained for statistical analysis. Data were analyzed using Hierarchical Regression Analysis and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) through AMOS (V.24) and SPSS (V.27).
The research findings revealed that digital burnout negatively impacts adaptive performance, highlighting the challenges that digital burnout poses for individuals in digital work environments. Moreover, the results indicated a statistically significant positive effect of digital leadership on adaptive performance, underscoring the critical role of digital leadership in enhancing individuals' ability to adapt flexibly to environmental changes. Additionally, the findings demonstrated that digital leadership serves as a moderating factor in the relationship between digital burnout and adaptive performance, as it mitigates the negative impact of digital burnout and enhances individuals' ability to perform effectively. Specifically, higher levels of digital leadership are associated with lower levels of digital burnout. Consequently, the researcher recommends the adoption of integrative strategies that combine digital transformation with human resource management. The aim is to foster sustainable and agile work environments capable of adapting to the accelerating changes characteristic of the digital age. This approach serves to enhance competitiveness and support sustainable digital transformation strategies