How is human resource management (HRM) strategic to a firm's viability and how
might it help to lay a basis for sustained competitive advantage? How can
managers pursue their goals for labour productivity and organisational
flexibility in socially acceptable ways? This book explores such pressing
questions. The authors develop an innovative conceptual framework to provide a
stimulating exploration of the growing field of Strategic HRM. This text is
essential reading for MBA students and advanced undergraduate and postgraduate
students of HRM. It is also an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the
role of HRM in business success.