Evolution of Human Resource Management Functions

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Which term is used to describe the core idea about how a firm can best compete in the marketplace?

Generic strategy

What is the first step in the classical strategic management process?

Establishing a mission statement and key objectives for the organization

What are the deliverables of HR function according to the provided text?

Mindset, Technical Knowledge, Behavior

In real life, how do effective strategies generally emerge?

<p>In response to an evolving situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the level of competency necessary in strategic resource positions according to the provided text?

<p>How many truly “A” players are there in “A” positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the common questions asked by managers and stakeholders according to the text?

<p>What is the ROI of training</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Do employees know and understand what they are to do" is related to which aspect according to the text?

<p>&quot;Do employees know and understand what they are to do&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of effective strategies according to the text?

<p>Flexible and agile organizational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a long-term successful strategy need to be based on?

<p>A core idea about how the firm can best compete in the marketplace</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main emphasis of strategy according to the text?

<p>Achieve competitive advantage with unique capabilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which movement initiated by Bennis in the 1970s is mentioned in the text?

<p>Organizational Development Movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of setting up 'welfare offices', 'hiring offices', 'safety bureaus', 'time-office' during IR 1 and 2?

<p>To ensure employee safety and well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept did Flamholtz develop in 1974 according to the text?

<p>Human Resource Accounting (HRA) theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which perspective of HRM emphasizes a strategic focus and being a change agent?

<p>Strategic Partner</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'strategos', from which 'strategy' originates, refer to?

<p>A general directing military forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

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