My view on an adaptive approach to global HR

My view on an adaptive approach to global HR

by FATEMEH KIA . -
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My view on an adaptive approach to global HR:

After reading the case study, I think the best adaptive approach for global HR in multinational companies is to balance global standards with local needs. Just like what Alpha did — they tried to maintain a consistent performance system across all countries but also respected local cultures and hired local talent wherever possible.

My suggestion is: have a strong, consistent HR framework across the company, but also give each region the flexibility to adjust it based on their local laws, culture, and employee expectations. This way, the company stays aligned but also remains adaptable.


In reply to FATEMEH KIA .

Re: My view on an adaptive approach to global HR

by YOUSSEF MAHMOUD ELSAYED SHOAIR . -
That's a really clear and practical perspective! I agree with your point about balancing global standards with local needs—standardization with flexibility is definitely key. What I liked most in your take is how you connected it directly to what Alpha did, like using the same performance metrics but tailoring them based on job roles and regional context.

I’d also add that giving local teams some autonomy builds trust and can actually lead to more innovative practices, especially when best ideas from different regions are shared across the company. Alpha’s idea of using local managers for market insight is a great example of that.

Have you thought about how this adaptive approach could also help with employee engagement and retention? When people feel their local realities are respected, they’re usually more invested in the company’s success.