In 2023, the share of corresponding/leading authors in scientific publications in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management in Germany stood at 88.16%. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 shows a slight, consistent decrease from 88.11% to 87.9%, showcasing a subtle downward year-on-year trend. This decline is minimal, with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) indicating a negligible decline per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in collaborative research dynamics that might influence the percentage of corresponding authors.
The impact of interdisciplinary studies on authorship roles and contributions.
Technological advancements and open-access publishing might increasingly democratize author visibility and credit distribution.