The Case Question of Management

Chapter 7 Group 8

Managing Diverse Human Resources

Human Resources and Strategy Formulating

CDE is a medium size manufacturing company in metal industry from Maribor. This year they have decided to formulate their own HR strategy. Therefore, they conducted a workshop with top management, where they have defined some starting points for formulating the HR strategy.

Human Resources and Strategy Implementation

Honing in on a successful method of strategy implementation, of course, can be a difficult and often overwhelming task. Even HR professionals at the forefront of their field can find themselves well out of their depth when it comes to actually putting the vehicle of strategy into gear. It is the goal of this article, therefore, to act as both friend and guide to anyone aiming to become more actively involved in the evolution of his company. HR can and should be a leading factor in the implementation of strategy. This article serves to outline but one method of strategy implementation, designed for the simple purpose of aiding HR professionals in transitioning to this new and very important realm of contribution and influence. Regardless of an organization’s size, function, or ambition, there are certain steps to be taken which are all but essential to the implementation process. It is hoped that this article can assist in streamlining HR activities and employee objectives in order to successfully deliver on company strategy.

Sexual Harrassment

Sexual harassment takes many forms. It can be defined as an unwelcome sexual advance, unwelcome request for sexual favours or other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature which in the circumstances, a reasonable person, aware of those circumstances, would anticipate the possibility that the person would feel offended, humiliated or intimidated. This is a simplified legal definition that accords with the definition under the Sex Discrimination Act (Cth) 1984. Behaviours that constitute sexual harassment include...