...Challenges of Human Resource Managers In a time of increasing globalization, economic rationalization, competitiveness, deregulation, technological revolution and changing workforce there is an increasing need for human resource management to be able to capitalize and gain on the challenges that this changing environment will bring. For a company to be able to successfully stay ahead of its competition, human resource management has to be seen as a significant contributor within the company. Human resource management will face many challenges and will operate in a constant environment of change. Two of the most important challenges to the role of human resource management in the future is the capacity to develop and utilize a new set of competencies to fulfill the changing roles and the ability to move to a strategic human resource. In this assignment I will outline how each of these areas have developed to become two of the most important changes for Human Resource Managers and why I believe they are critical to the success of an organization. Strategic Human Resource Management The literature on the changing role of human resource management stresses the requirement to move from an administrative support function, or the more traditional human resource operational management model, to a strategic and facilitative role. To sustain the transformation of the human resource functions to a Strategic Human Resource Management model; it will require human resource professionals...
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...STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: THREE-STAGE PROCESS AND INFLUENCING ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS Sandeep Krishnan Personnel and Industrial Relations Area D-18, Indian Institute of Management, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380 015, Gujarat, India. Email: sandeepk@iimahd.ernet.in Tel: ++91-79-26327816 Fax: ++91-79-26306896 Manjari Singh Personnel and Industrial Relations Area Wing 12-D, Indian Institute of Management, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380 015, Gujarat, India. Email: manjari@iimahd.ernet.in Tel: ++91-79-26324914 Fax: ++91-79-26306896 1 Abstract: A three-stage model for the process of strategic human resource management is developed in this paper. The three stages cover strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation. The inter-linkages in this dynamic model have been explored. The organisational factors that have enabling or deterring influence on the success of each of these three stages have been discussed. The paper highlights the key role played by HR professionals in these three stages. 2 STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: THREE-STAGE PROCESS AND INFLUENCING ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS Organisations are increasingly looking at human resources as a unique asset that can provide sustained competitive advantage. The changes in the business environment with increasing globalisation, changing demographics of the workforce, increased focus on profitability through growth, technological changes, intellectual capital and the never-ending changes that organisations are...
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...Operational Plan James Sweeney MGT 601 The Functions of Modern Management Professor Dr. Key Baron Smith July 13, 2015 For the purpose of this paper we are going to assume that the Strategic and Tactical Plans are aligned with the operational plan. The operational plan is then the implementation plan of the Strategic and Tactical plan that has been developed and approved by mid and upper management. The name of the company is Sweeney’s Medical Device Inc. and employees approximately 200 employees and has annual; sales of $90 million.. The company has one manufacturing facility that is located in the United States. The company produces and manufactures medical instruments that are affordable for the medical industry. The following is a brief review of the planning process, vision, mission statement and values of the company are as follows: For a brief review the operational plan can be defined as a plan prepared by a component of an organization that clearly defines actions it will take to support the strategic objectives and plans of upper management. However, to fully understand operational plans, we should first look at the overall planning process within a business. This diagram shows three levels of planning. Type of Plan | Created By | Scope | Includes | Level of Detail | Strategic plan | Top management | Entire organization | Mission of the company, future goals and ambitions | Very broad and general | Tactical plan | Mid-level management | Single...
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...STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: THREE-STAGE PROCESS AND INFLUENCING ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS Sandeep Krishnan Personnel and Industrial Relations Area D-18, Indian Institute of Management, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380 015, Gujarat, India. Email: sandeepk@iimahd.ernet.in Tel: ++91-79-26327816 Fax: ++91-79-26306896 Manjari Singh Personnel and Industrial Relations Area Wing 12-D, Indian Institute of Management, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380 015, Gujarat, India. Email: manjari@iimahd.ernet.in Tel: ++91-79-26324914 Fax: ++91-79-26306896 1 Abstract: A three-stage model for the process of strategic human resource management is developed in this paper. The three stages cover strategy formulation, implementation and evaluation. The inter-linkages in this dynamic model have been explored. The organisational factors that have enabling or deterring influence on the success of each of these three stages have been discussed. The paper highlights the key role played by HR professionals in these three stages. 2 STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: THREE-STAGE PROCESS AND INFLUENCING ORGANISATIONAL FACTORS Organisations are increasingly looking at human resources as a unique asset that can provide sustained competitive advantage. The changes in the business environment with increasing globalisation, changing demographics of the workforce, increased focus on profitability through growth, technological changes, intellectual capital and the never-ending changes that organisations are...
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...TOPIC): | Management Report | COURSE CODE: | BMM842 | ASSIGNMENT NR: | 1 | LANGUAGE: | English | LECTURER: | | SUBMISSION DATE: | February 24, 2014 | TABLE OF CONTENT Introduction 3 Content and Structure 3 The first year phase 4 The human potential 4 Good interpersonal relationship 4 Assess how they are equipped to take up the challenges 5 Efficient lines of communication 5 The general management process 6 Strategic and operational plans and review of structures 6 Effective operations and control processes 8 Operation processes 8 Control processes 8 Performance Monitoring 9 Encourage good performance 9 Establish roadmap to professional growth and development 9 Smooth running of the business 9 Internal and external review processes 10 Conclusion 10 Introduction This document is a management report introduced to the appreciation of the CEO and presenting a draft management strategy I would like to suggest for the carrying of an efficient and effective business in our organization. This document is written at the request of the CEO upon my appointment to the general management position. I would like to thank the organization leadership for the trust bestowed on me and express my openness to contributions and feedback. Content and Structure This report divides into four main parts: (1) an introductory section, (2) the presentation of the first year’s emphasis, (3) the presentation of the general management strategy and...
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...Project Human Resources 560 Illia Kifa Sean Farrell The Future of Human Resources 1. Role of HR 2. HR Competencies 3. Future challenges for HR 4. Transforming process and critical success factors Introduction There has been some very important changes in the economy and business in the past two decades. The economies are merging creating a global market. The role of the Human Resource Manager is evolving with the change in competitive market environment and the realization that Human Resource Management must play a more strategic role in the success of an organization. Organizations that do not put their emphasis on attracting and retaining talents may find themselves in dire consequences, as their competitors may be outplaying them in the strategic employment of their human resources. The role of HR has become more vital and important for each organization. It has a broader range of responsibilities and influence on the business path of an organization. Human Resources is switching from administrative and operational role to a strategic role, which makes a bigger impact on the economical well being of a company. HR should not be defined by what it does but by what it delivers – results that enrich the organization’s value to customers, investors, employees. David Ulrich 1. Traditionally HR is viewed that it performs basic functions or roles for an organizations: - Administrative role has been heavily oriented...
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...1……………………………………………………………………………………..8 4.3 QUESTION 2…………………………………………………………………………………….18 5. BIBLIOGRAPY……………….………………………………………………………………….32 6. APPENDIX…………………………………………………………………………………………33 3 REPORT 1. Question 1: With reference to the case, discuss the problems and their underlying causes. 2. Question 2: Recommend what should be done to solve the problems, prioritizing the steps to be taken approach. Be systematic and motivate your assertions. into your 4 1. GLOSSARY TABLE HR Lord Industries Human Resource Department Prime contractor for the Army’s Spartan Program Client Parks Corporation Henry Gable Gary Anderson Dearth Sub contractor for Lord Industries Engineering Director Project Manager an inadequate supply; scarcity; lack: There is a dearth of good engineers. 5 2. EXEUTIVE SUMMARY In analysing the case and identifying the problems and their underlying causes, it became clear that the most significant cause for all the problems identified is the fact that Parks is not applying a Strategic plan and the principles of a matrix organisation correctly. The identified problems and the underlying causes are listed under the heading: Question 1 in this document. The reader will realise that even though the problems are listed as that of the lack of communication,...
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...Evolution of Human REsouRcE managEmEnt and Human REsouRcE infoRmation systEms The Role of InfoRmaTIon Technology Mohan ThiTe, Michael J. Kavanagh, and RichaRd d. Johnson EDITORS’ NOTE The purpose of this chapter is to provide an introduction to the fields of human resource management (HRM) and information technology (IT) and to the combination of these two fields into human resource information systems (HRIS). The history of the field of HRM and the impact of computer technology on HRM will be covered, as well as the advent of using a human resource information system and the subsequent effects on both HR and IT professionals. The different types of HR activities will be discussed as well as the different types of information systems used in HRIS. A central focus of this chapter is the use in managerial decision making of results and reports from an HRIS. The development of the HRIS field has been seen to have a significant impact on the emergence of strategic human resource management (Strategic HRM), as is discussed in this chapter. This first chapter will lay the groundwork for the remainder of this book, and, consequently, it is important to understand thoroughly the concepts and ideas it presents. This chapter contains definitions for a number of terms in common use in the HRM, IT, and HRIS fields. (Note that a glossary defining these terms is also provided at the back of this book.) The central themes 2 Chapter 1 Evolution of Human Resource Management and HRIS ...
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...HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Civil Service Branch December 1995 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOREWORD MANAGING PEOPLE BETTER AIMS and PRINCIPLES VALUES WHERE RESPONSIBILITIES LIE Civil Service Branch Policy Branches and Departments Managers and Individual Civil Servants DEPARTMENTAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANS Manpower Planning Succession Planning Turnover Recruitment Deciding on Terms of Appointment Selection of Candidates Probation Performance Management Motivation Performance Appraisal Promotion Guidance and Supervision Addressing Poor Performance Training and Development Training • Induction • Management Development • Vocational • Language and Communication • Computer Development • Posting • Acting Appointment • Secondment Staff Relations Securing Staff Commitment • Consultation • Communication • Recognition Resolving Disputes Addressing Grievances Welfare Management Information Systems THE WAY AHEAD FOREWORD One of the measures of success of our Civil Service is our responsiveness to the changing needs and circumstances of Hong Kong. We are learning how to work with a fully elected legislature and how to deliver new and improved services demanded by a more affluent and sophisticated community. We have become more open and accountable, and have committed ourselves to specific standards of performance against which the public can gauge what they can and should expect from us. Such responsiveness and adaptability call for an enormous amount of resilience, dedication...
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...ASSESSMENT ITEM – 2 ESSAY HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Is there a need for the role of HR to change during an economic downturn, and how might the HR function demonstrate a clear link between HR practices and the bottom line of the Organisation? It is worth noting that the world of work is rapidly changing. Advancement in technology coupled with globalization has resulted in a situation where change in one region results in rapid changes in locations far away. On the same note, it has been shown that the human resource is one single important attribute that dictates how an organization operates while meeting their goals and objectives. HRM must be prepared to deal with the effects of the changing world of work. This means changing skill requirements, understanding the implications of globalization, reengineering, work-force diversity, total quality management, corporate downsizing, the contingent work force, decentralized work sites and employee involvement (Cascio, 2006). One of the most important changes that the human resource management should pay close attention to is during economic downturn. It has been shown that during recession, different organizations regardless of their size and location are in danger of crippling if necessary steps are not taken to either curb the situation or correct the effects. It is no doubt that the human resource management (HRM) plays a vital role in the continuance of an organization...
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...customers, the actions of competitors, and the state of the economy provides strong support for the strategic direction of organizations. Information about levels of output, for example, numbers of defects and efficiency of processes, positions line managers to produce high-quality products in the right amounts at the right time to meet customer needs. The same is true for the effective management of human capital in organizations. As discussed in this chapter, effective approaches to the measurement of human capital and the impact of people on organization processes, for example, HR programs such as recruiting, will enable both HRM professionals and line managers to utilize the human capital in organizations effectively. This measurement is accomplished by focusing on the development of systems of workforce analytics and supporting HR metrics that meet the needs of organization decision makers. This chapter offers a brief history of the efforts involved in the development of HR metrics and workforce analytics and of how these efforts have been enhanced by the advent of integrated human resource information systems.1 From benchmarking to operational experiments, the HRIS field is rapidly evolving on many fronts. These advances are changing how HR metrics and analytics are used in organizations and their impact on organization effectiveness. The use of HR metrics and workforce analytics will help managers and organizations balance the costs and benefits consequences of...
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...HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Civil Service Branch December 1995 HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOREWORD MANAGING PEOPLE BETTER AIMS and PRINCIPLES VALUES WHERE RESPONSIBILITIES LIE Civil Service Branch Policy Branches and Departments Managers and Individual Civil Servants DEPARTMENTAL HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PLANS Manpower Planning Succession Planning Turnover Recruitment Deciding on Terms of Appointment Selection of Candidates Probation Performance Management Motivation Performance Appraisal Promotion Guidance and Supervision Addressing Poor Performance Training and Development Training • Induction • Management Development • Vocational • Language and Communication • Computer Development • Posting • Acting Appointment • Secondment Staff Relations Securing Staff Commitment • Consultation • Communication • Recognition Resolving Disputes Addressing Grievances Welfare Management Information Systems THE WAY AHEAD FOREWORD One of the measures of success of our Civil Service is our responsiveness to the changing needs and circumstances of Hong Kong. We are learning how to work with a fully elected legislature and how to deliver new and improved services demanded by a more affluent and sophisticated community. We have become more open and accountable, and have committed ourselves to specific standards of performance against which the public can gauge what they can and should expect from us. Such responsiveness and adaptability...
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...within an organization. It will highlight how the different types of planning are important to the strategy of an organization. It will also examine the factors involved in creating an effective strategy for an organization. According to (Kinicki & Williams, 2015) a goal is known as an objective, it is a specific commitment to achieve a measurable result within a stated period of time. The three goals are strategic, tactical, and operational. Strategic goals are set at the top of an organization and directly supports the mission statement. Strategic goals are related to the entire organization instead of any one department. Some of the strategic goals that fall under this category are productivity which involves the reduction in manufacturing costs or the increases in output. The efficient uses of physical assets and financial resources, such as human resources. The profits in terms of the returns on assets or the market value of stocks. Management development and performance which encourages management to further their education by obtaining a higher degree. Strategic goals also focus on employees contributing to the goal making process and the concern for their attitudes and performances towards their positions with an organization. Tactical goals are set by and for middle managers and focus on the actions needed to achieve strategic goals (Kinicki & Williams, 2015). Tactical goals and objectives are directly related to the strategic goals of the organization. They indicate...
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...University in the Netherlands. The research is the terminal of the program Human Resource Management. Doing this research not only improves my skill on literature searching, information analysis, but helps me to gain more profound knowledge about e-HR. During the research, I have got great support from several persons, and now, here is the opportunity to thank them. At first, I give special thanks to Jiajie Li, my boyfriend. He accompanies with me during the whole research period. Besides dealing with my impatient and anxious attitude, he also put great effort on improving my thesis. His optimistic and serious attitude influences me, and makes me continue the research with better and better results every time. His support is very meaningful for my research period. Secondly, I would like to thank Ms. Tanya Bondarouk, and Prof. Jan Kees Looise for their excellent support, feedback and guidance. Both of them give me fruitful advice on how to improve my work. And they always give me timely feedback on my work, which encourages and makes me belief that I can hand in a satisfactory report under the effort. At last, I would like to thank my family and friends for supporting me not only during this research period, but also throughout my life, my study and everything I undertake. Yu Long Den Haag, March 2009 I Management Summary Information technology is expected to improve the performance of Human Resource Management (HRM) by shifting its focus from administration or personnel...
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...visualization and formalization of proposed activities believed necessary to achieve desired result”. A plan is a blueprint for goal achievement that specifies the necessary resource allocations, schedules, tasks, and other actions. A goal is a desired future state that the organization attempts to realize. Goals are important because an organization exists for a purpose, and goals define and state that purpose. Goals specify future ends; plans specify today's means. The word planning incorporates both ideas: It means determining the organization's goals and defining the means for achieving them. Planning allows managers the opportunity to adjust to the environment instead of merely reacting to it. Planning increases the possibility of survival in business by actively anticipating and managing the risks that may occur in the future. In short, planning is preparing for tomorrow, today. It's the activity that allows managers to determine what they want and how they will achieve it. Not only does planning provide direction and a unity of purpose for organizations, it also answers six basic questions in regard to any activity: • • • • What needs to be accomplished? When is the deadline? Where will this be done? Who will be responsible for it? • • How will it get done? How much time, energy, and resources are required to accomplish this goal? 1.2 Planning Process The process of planning includes the determination of what course of actions related to the different aspects...
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