Oxford Handbook of Contextual Approaches to Human Resource Management

The Oxford Handbook of Contextual Approaches to Human Resource Management provides a holistic approach to developing a contextual understanding of HRM, offering conceptual and empirical analyses of different elements of context using a range of lenses and measures.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 656 pages
\n Publication date: 21 September 2021
\n Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
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In recent years, scholars and practitioners have come to acknowledge that human resource management (HRM) has failed to adequately address the profound impact of context. While research has dedicated significant attention to examining the influence of national context on HRM systems, this literature has largely remained separate from the examination of other contextual factors that shape organizational choices in HRM strategies, such as the impact of the organizational environment, industry sector, occupation, or workforce characteristics. Furthermore, research has often treated elements of context in isolation, failing to consider their interrelationships and cumulative effects.

The Oxford Handbook of Contextual Approaches to Human Resource Management aims to provide a more comprehensive and holistic framework for developing a contextual understanding of HRM. This Handbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the influence of contextual characteristics on the design and implementation of HRM systems. Rather than limiting itself to a singular level or approach, the Handbook employs a diverse range of lenses and measures to examine different aspects of context. By delving into the influence of contextual factors at multiple levels, the volume assembles a collection of detailed accounts that shed light on how context impacts the formulation, execution, and outcomes of HRM activities.

The Handbook begins by providing a theoretical framework that contextualizes HRM within the broader social, economic, and political contexts in which organizations operate. It explores the interdependencies between HRM practices and the broader organizational environment, industry sector, occupation, and workforce characteristics. The authors argue that a contextual approach to HRM recognizes the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in different contexts and enables organizations to adapt their HRM strategies accordingly.

In the subsequent chapters, the Handbook presents a range of conceptual and empirical analyses of contextual factors that influence HRM. It examines the impact of cultural differences, legal and regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, and globalization on HRM practices. The authors explore how these factors shape the design, implementation, and outcomes of HRM strategies, such as recruitment, selection, training and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement.

To further enhance the understanding of context, the Handbook includes detailed accounts of how context affects the design, implementation, and impact of HRM activities in various industries and organizational contexts. These accounts provide practical insights and examples of how organizations can adapt their HRM practices to meet the specific needs and requirements of their stakeholders.

In conclusion, the Oxford Handbook of Contextual Approaches to Human Resource Management is a valuable resource for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers interested in advancing the field of HRM. By providing a comprehensive and holistic framework for understanding the influence of context, the Handbook enables organizations to adapt their HRM strategies to meet the changing demands of their environments and achieve sustainable competitive advantage.

\n Weight: 1372g\n
Dimension: 183 x 255 x 50 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780190861162\n \n