When the city of London needed a vice president of human resources in 2011, the search team turned to an employment recruitment firm. The full time job with “an excellent salary” sought a candidate with heavy financial and information services experience in addition to solid human resources credentials. Every human resources vice presidency is going […]
A human resource (HR) audit is a comprehensive evaluation of an organization’s HR department, designed to assess its overall effectiveness, compliance with legal requirements, and alignment with business objectives. By conducting an HR audit, companies can identify areas that need improvement, determine which policies require updating or removal, and ensure that HR practices are consistent […]
A disabled employee returning to work from a disability leave, starting work for the first time or recently being diagnosed with a condition impacting his ability to perform the essential functions of his position may provide certain medical work restrictions to his employer. Before permitting the employee to work, the employer is required to clear […]
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In many small businesses, payroll and human resources (HR) operate as separate departments, each maintaining its own set of records. While keeping these functions distinct is common, integrating HR and payroll databases—or consolidating the data systems they rely on—can provide several advantages. This approach isn’t strictly “right” or “wrong,” but it can offer meaningful benefits […]
Whether your small business is the purchaser or the target company in a merger or acquisition, your human resources department as well as the human resources workers in the other company play a vital role in the process. Human resources helps manage any problems or challenges related to people in the organizations as the merger […]
Human resources managers or departments may perform assessments to predict the future performance of employees. Certain assessments are particularly helpful when an individual is being considered as a candidate for an open position at a small business. Assessments may tell the company if the potential employee is capable of fulfilling the job and if she […]
Human resources specialists handle an organization’s day to day human resources functions, such as recruiting and interviewing new employees, administering company policies and procedures, employee training and development and administering employee benefits. Gaining human resources experience involves possessing the skills that employers seek out, acquiring educational qualifications and finding various ways to gain work experience […]
Strategic human resource management (SHRM) is a holistic approach to managing human capital that aligns HR practices with the overall goals of an organization. At its core, SHRM is based on the understanding that employees—the collective knowledge, skills, and expertise they bring—are an organization’s most valuable asset. To effectively craft strategies that enhance both HR […]
The coronavirus pandemic has seen unprecedented numbers of remote workers as companies take steps to slow the spread of the virus. However, not every job can be done remotely. There are thousands of positions across the country that are considered essential that require employees to work on-site during the pandemic. Just as companies are forced […]
Every human resources department faces the challenge of aligning strategy and action to create an organization known as an “employer of choice.” An employer of choice is where people most want to work because the company has a combination of leadership that values employees’ talent, a positive work environment and competitive compensation and benefits. These […]
The policies and practices implemented by a human resources (HR) department play a crucial role in shaping how a company is perceived by both employees and customers. Strong diversity initiatives—supported by training and consistent enforcement—can significantly reduce workplace issues such as racism, ageism, discrimination based on sexual orientation, and cultural misunderstandings. Many leading corporations provide […]
Human resource professionals establish an effective performance management to reward excellence, identify development opportunities and provide remedial or disciplinary action when necessary. By aligning each employee’s work with the strategic objectives of the company, a human resource professional helps ensure that work contributes to achieving profitability and success. By setting clear performance expectations in job […]
