- Academics and HR professionals have embraced Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) because it aligns HR practices with business goals, enhances organisational performance, and provides a competitive advantage.
- There is a strong business case for SHRM, as research shows that companies with strategic HR practices achieve higher productivity, employee engagement, and profitability.
- While some argue that academics and HR professionals promote SHRM for self-interest (e.g., increasing HRs influence or academic relevance), the tangible benefits to businesses such as talent optimisation, agility, and innovation suggest that SHRM is more than just a professional agenda.
good point!