In order to gain a perspective on the contemporary state of human resource management in smaller businesses, a total of 247 small firms were surveyed to investigate the degree and effectiveness of personnel/human resource practices currently being utilized. Using a data base of firms with less...

It has long been recognized that changes in production technology have effects outside the manufacturing unit of the firm. Although researchers have examined the effects of new technologies (e.g. increased automation) on the workforce, these studies have generally examined only technology...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the similarities and differences in human resource (HR) practices between large and mid‐sized organizations. Design/methodology/approach – With organization life cycle as the theoretical base, this study collects data on HR practices from a...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to empirically investigate the interactive effect of turnover and task interdependence on performance in work teams. Based on pervious research, the authors contend that turnover will have a negative effect on team performance and this effect will be more...

Purpose – Provides an interview with Janice Caplan, author of Strategic Talent Development . Design/methodology/approach – Provides an interview with Janice Caplan, author of Strategic Talent Development . Findings – Discusses the importance of creating a talent management strategy that is...

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places...

Purpose – This paper addresses a new generation of employees and the effect this generation is having on the current business landscape. Design/methodology/approach – It is only recently that business leaders have become aware of this generational shift that is impacting on their...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explain why companies with an exclusive focus on individual engagement miss the opportunity to nurture the collective engagement that is the key to high performance. It aims to report findings from the authors' research on the essential conditions for...

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to demonstrate how a business can create a high performing workforce that provides a competitive advantage that is difficult to replicate. It seeks to provide a brief history of outsourcing to demonstrate that HR is neither too sensitive nor complex to...

Purpose – This paper aims to form a best practice guide on how to successfully customize employees' work experience to engage the workforce and boost talent retention, as well as employee performance and productivity to the benefit of the organization and its workforce....