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An effective adaptive approach to global HR for multinational companies should combine decentralized leadership that empowers local employees while maintaining global standards, supported by a comprehensive metrics-driven performance system that balances both hard and soft measures. HR should be positioned as a strategic business partner, staffed with business-experienced professionals who treat HR functions as business units. The staffing strategy should follow a polycentric approach, targeting specific percentages of local hiring at different levels, particularly emphasizing local management for market expertise. While maintaining about 80% standardized global policies, companies should allow for 20% localization based on local laws, market conditions, and organizational affordability. This balanced approach enables organizations to maintain global consistency while remaining responsive to local market needs.