Definition of Human Resources
Definition of Human Resources
Definition of Human Resources
Human beings are the most important resource in an organization. A firms success depends on the
capabilities of its members. Most problems, challenges, opportunities and frustrations in an
organization are people related.
Human Resources Management is one of the toughest duties of a manager since humans differ in
terms of attitudes, values, aspirations, motivations, assumptions, psychology, and life goals.
Looking at todays competitive world, managerial level staff will require more conceptual and
strategic skills. Thus, managers should for example ensure a suitable, relevant and up-to-date
training for specific skills of lower level employees.
Managers have to be proactive, able to anticipate technological developments and prepare their
staff for whatever technological changes that might take place.
This will be a successful task only when the HRM itself is fully aware of those changes and has the
means to deal with them.