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Automation in HRM

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Introduction HR automation is a computerized service which enables HR professionals to manage personnel more efficiently and productively. It has brought a significant change in the traditional HR office by taking over high-risk jobs and performing menial tasks with greater efficiency and consistency. HR automation has made HR management more streamlined and effective, allowing HR professionals to focus on more strategic tasks that require their expertise and critical thinking. Effectively implementing and utilizing HR automation can significantly decrease the need for HR teams to perform monotonous, manual tasks and establish more streamlined and precise ways of working throughout the organization. This allows the HR department to dedicate more of their time and effort towards fostering a more positive workplace culture and leveraging their expertise on a daily basis. What is HR automation?  Human Resources Automation uses software to digitize and automate repetitive and time-cons...

Strategic Human Resource Management

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   Introduction                          Human Resource Management, also known as Employee Relations or Labor Management, refers to the work systems and employment models of a company. It involves managing both individuals and groups of employees and is not limited to any particular style or ideology. The process involves the participation of both line and specialist managers, and it typically requires a combination of messages tailored to different workforce groups. This definition is based on Purcell & Boxall's (2003) description on page 24. S trategy  “ The determination of the basic long-term goals and objectives of an enterprise and the adoption of courses of action and the allocation of resources necessary for carrying out these goals.” Alfred Chandler, Strategy and Structure, (MIT Press, 1962), P. 13  • At the core, its is the debate between best fit and best practice • Used for gaining a co...

Social Recruitment : Social media effect on HRM

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  Introduction Social media is a relatively new and rapidly growing phenomenon that has yet to be fully explored, especially in terms of its impact on Human Resources Management (HRM). Over the last decade, the impact of social media has drastically increased in every sector. It affects social, political, cultural, and religious aspects, and both the pros and cons of this engagement can be observed. Therefore, it is crucial and timely to discuss the direct and indirect effects of social media on HRM in depth. Why use social media for recruitment? Employers are left with no other option but to incorporate social media into their recruitment strategy as job seekers are increasingly relying on technology to find jobs. According to the "2021 Future of Recruiting Study" by CareerArc, 86% of job seekers use social media in their job search. The study also highlights that Facebook, review sites such as Glassdoor, and LinkedIn are the top three platforms that workers use to gain info...