The Evolution of HRM

 

The Evolution of HRM






Human Resource Management (HRM) is a recent term used to describe how businesses manage their human resources. Over time, the way HRM has changed a lot and still evolving. At first, it was all about keeping track of employee information and following labor laws [1]. But as businesses grew and competition increased, HRM became more important.

 

 In the past, HRM was all about keeping track of employee information and following labor laws and didn't have much strategic importance. However, as management theory emerged in the early 20th century, the role of HRM started to expand. The focus shifted to managing human capital as a key driver of business success.

 

 



 

During the mid-90’s, the focus of HRM shifted from traditional personnel management to a more strategic approach. This was caused by the need to manage a different workforce, increased competition for talent, and the recognition of the importance of employee engagement and motivation.

 

 

 

 


 

 The late 90’s shows a further move in HRM towards a more strategic and business-focused approach with the technological advancements and changing social and political landscapes. HRM began to be viewed as a strategic partner in business decision-making, with a focus on aligning HR policies and practices with organizational goals. The introduction of computers and other technological innovations made it easier to manage employee records and modernize HR processes [2].

 

 




Today, HRM continues to evolve, due to advances in technology, changing business needs, and the ongoing evolution of management theory. Significant trends in HRM today are the increasing use of data and analytics to inform HR decisions, employee well-being and work-life balance.

Overall, HRM has become a strategic part of business and will continue to be important as businesses grow and change in the future.

 

 

 reference  

1.      Manashree, C. (2019). Evolution of Human Resource Management (HRM). [online] Economics Discussion. Available at: https://www.economicsdiscussion.net/human-resource-management/evolution-of-human-resource-management-hrm/31460.

2.      Team, Q.L.K. (2017). Evolution of Human Resources Management. [online] Quick Leonard Kieffer. Available at: https://qlksearch.com/evolution-of-human-resources/.

 

Comments

  1. Anton Perera20 March 2023 at 04:35

    You discribed the evolution of HRM from personal management nicely.

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  2. W.J. Chrishan Fernando.20 March 2023 at 05:56

    Very useful article. Highly appreciated your effort...!! (Please pay special attention to references and in - text citation.)

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  3. Tharanga Jayasundara20 March 2023 at 19:14

    Human resource management has been properly integrated with modern technology, which is the reality of the twenty-first century. But if you also included the drawbacks of modern technology, that would help to balance your blog. Examples include the possibility that the human resources department will misplace important employee data, such as their personal data. Overly tech-dependent workers might perform their duties less successfully. Well done!

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  4. Iresha Udari21 March 2023 at 08:54

    It is true that HRM is needed for the business as it plays a strategic part which affects the growth of the business. Good Article.

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  5. Tharanga21 March 2023 at 22:41

    True, the evaluation of HR reflects a shift from a purely administrative function to a strategic partner that can help organizations achieve their goals by leveraging the full potential of their employees. well done.

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  6. George Bertus27 March 2023 at 06:20

    Human resource management is a modern term used to describe the production of goods by skilled artisans and craftsmen, who owned tools and produced articles and sold them in the market.(Manashree, 2019)

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  7. Asanka Devagiri2 April 2023 at 19:44

    Good post, Earlier HR functions limited hiring and firing, with the development of global and competitive environment, human resource considered as the key to efficient running and survival of the organization. HRM now involve in Strategy making to Human resource to achieve organizational goals by creating positive working environment.

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  8. Dhanushka Jayanath 19 April 2023 at 11:09

    Excellent work, In general, HRM has developed into a strategic component of the company and will remain crucial as firms expand and change in the future.

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  9. Saraj Kahingala22 April 2023 at 06:25

    Hi Arjuna , You have gathered information well. Well done. I would like to add below.
    In an organization, managing human resources is referred to as human resource management (HRM), a phrase that is relatively new. Organizational behavior, personnel management, industrial relations, and labor laws will eventually combine to form HRM.

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