Theoretical gap Theoretical Gap. The theoretical gap is the type of gap that deals with the gaps in theory with the prior research. For example, if one phenomenon is being explained through various theoretical models, similar. to a methodological gap conflict, there might be a theoretical conflict.
Othman (2009) suggest the theory of resource-based view (RBV) that employee would need to participate during the decision making in the company.
Aman-Ullah (2020) was carried out the theories of the Hertzberg two-factor theory and the organizational support theory had been studied in the research.
4.Social Exchange Theory was frequently been used in previous studies (Hewavithrana, 2019;
OZUTKU,2009; Aman-Ullah,2020). While Aman-Ullah et. al. (2020) suggested future studies could use new theories like resource-based, knowledge base, and dynamic capability to examine the problem of employee retention in Pakistan.