ODL-Managing People

Both academicians and HR professionals have embraced SHRM for the several reasons. However, it is linked to one another.
As for HR professionals, they are given the role of a strategic business partner within an organisation when it involves gathering human capital effectively to be used as a competitive advantage for the business. For HR professionals, yes, it is the case of using SHRM as a strong business tool. Since HR professionals are involved in the recruitment, ensuring employees have the right skill set which is aligned with the business' vision, SHRM allows them to link their HR related strategy to the overall corporate strategy, which in turn contributes to the success of an organisation. For academicians on the other hand, academics play a vital role in the creation of knowledge and awareness that would indeed  benefit both individuals and companies alike. The contribution of academicians towards conducting researches and providing in-depth explanations and various viewpoints on the influence SHRM on operational performances plays a vital role down the road as this knowledge may be applied as a strong business approach. This is because, the academicians' research establishes the foundation in which HR professionals apply as guidelines in helping their organisation achieve continuous success.