HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (HRM)
(Human resource management, 2023)
What is HRM?
Human Resource Management (HRM) is a relatively new approach to managing people in any organization. People are considered the key resource in this approach. it is concerned with the people dimension in management of an organization. Since an organization is a body of people, their acquisition, development of skills, motivation for higher levels of attainments, as well as ensuring maintenance of their level of commitment are all significant activities.
A US professor has defined HRM (then, used term is Personnel Management) as the recruitment, selection, development, utilization of, and accommodation to human resources by organizations. (French, 1978 cited in Opatha, 2021). He states that all people involved in organizational operations, regardless of their position, make up an organization's human resources. The term used was personnel management at the time the definition was provided, but not HRM. The definition’s content includes three HRM functions.
In a journal article (Alam and Mukherjee, 2014) explains Human Resources Management as a set of practices that businesses use to ensure that they have an effective workforce in place to meet operational needs. They further states that successful organizations are those which value, develop and nurture their human capital to achieve their organizational goals and objectives.
As evolving subject human resources changed over the time and later Singh (2023) defined human resource management as a tactical approach that manages employees and the entire work culture.
Evolution of HRM
Personnel management was the name given to human resource management in its earliest days. Compliance and improving efficiency were the main objectives of personnel management both during and after the war. Over time, people management gained popularity and developed progressively connected with every aspect related to an organization's employees. subsequently, in the mid-1980s, the term "human resource management" appeared as an improved kind of personal management with the goal of strengthening the success of the company.
In a journal article Rotich (2015) states that HRM is a product of the human relations movement of the early 20th century, when researchers began documenting ways of creating business value through the strategic management of the workforce. He further states that the function was initially dominated by transactional work, such as payroll and benefits administration, but due to globalization, company consolidation, technological advancement, and further research, HR now focuses on strategic initiatives like mergers and acquisitions, talent management, succession planning, industrial and labor relations, ethical considerations, diversity and inclusion.
HR Explained
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Yrs , HRM evolves from personnel administration to strategic alignment with business objectives, emphasizing organizational effectiveness, employee development, and partnership with business goals.
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ReplyDeleteAppreciate your response Nabeel. Will try to explore more areas in future articles.
DeleteSimple and informative article on HHM. Also HRM serves as a critical function within organizations, responsible for creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and contribute to the overall success and sustainability of the organization.
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DeleteBeautiful article about HRM! strengthening the success of the company! Yes this is the root to any organization for the future success
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DeleteThe article has well described the evolution of HRM and the role of the Morden requirements. The modern role of HRM will be very important for the success of both organizations and individuals.
ReplyDeleteTrue Amila. HRM now has evolved a lot from its early days as personal management.
DeleteWell explanation about Evolution of HRM and agree. It's the developed version of Personal Management that involved with Employees' welfare and related thing. HR well concern about organizational goals and objectives, Compliance, positive work culture and strong employee relationships etc.
ReplyDeleteAgreed on the comment Ranga. with strong HR companies can achieve greater success
DeleteHuman Resource Management (HRM) plays a pivotal role in shaping organizational success by managing the most valuable asset: its people. From recruitment and training to performance evaluation and employee relations, HRM encompasses a broad range of functions aimed at maximizing employee productivity, satisfaction, and engagement.
ReplyDeleteAgreed Nilakshi. This has now evolved a lot with greater responsibilities to HR professionals.
DeleteNice! This article provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution and definition of Human Resource Management (HRM), offering valuable insights into its development over time. It effectively highlights the shift from personnel management to HRM, emphasizing the strategic importance of managing people in organizations. Well-researched and informative!
ReplyDeleteShani, Appreciate your comment on this. I tried as much as possible to put huge amount of date in to a single article.
Deleteinformative article, The methodology behind HRM recognizes the value employees bring to an organization, also known as human capital. Investing in employees and strategically supporting their needs can improve employee satisfaction and employee motivation (Coursera,2024).
ReplyDeleteAgreed on this Sandali. Now HR has a huge role in success of the organization.
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