Getting involved in innovation: how High-Involvement HRM practices support employee’s to be innovative

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Workplace Behavior ◽  
High Involvement ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Functional Flexibility ◽  
Hrm Practices ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Based on research from the manufacturing industry in Pakistan, the authors find that high-involvement HR practices have a direct positive impact on individual employee functional flexibility and innovative workplace behavior Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Leadership where there’s a will

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (10) ◽  
pp. 29-31
Keyword(s):  
Energy Balance ◽  
Energy Management ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Mental Practice ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Time And Energy ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds personal impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Willpower governs acts of leadership. It is a capability that has been found to be genetic, but which also is possible to develop by raised awareness, disciplined practice and extending one’s comfort zones by exposing oneself to challenges. Willpower is a mental capability, and if leaders develop their ability to focus on their time and energy management, and become more aware of their feelings, they may improve their willpower. Additionally, their energy balance matters: taking care of basics including paying attention to nutrition and to resting, as well as taking up some form of physical/mental practice may have a positive impact on a leader’s willpower. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Improving the effectiveness of employee learning

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 34-36 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning Tools ◽  
Organizational Growth ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Learning Programs ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Employee Characteristics ◽  
Employee Learning ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Learning is key to organizational growth and development. Various employee characteristics can predict the outcome of learning programs, which can have a more positive impact on firm performance if relevant online learning tools are also utilized. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent, information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Sustainable sustainability

2015 ◽  
Vol 31 (10) ◽  
pp. 27-29 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Embryonic Stage ◽  
Economic Success ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Even at this relatively embryonic stage, the current millennium can already boast several defining characteristics. Rampant globalization, social media and smartphones are among those that readily spring to mind. But perhaps history will show that sustainability turned out to be the most important phenomenon of all. Many companies once subscribed to the view that it was an either-or scenario where sustainability and economic success were concerned. Not anymore. The positive impact that sustainability can exert on the longer-term health of an organization is now widely acknowledged. Doubters belong in an ever-dwindling minority. Ignorance has not entirely subsided though. Understanding the challenges of becoming sustainable is often conspicuous by its absence. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Increasing employability

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (4) ◽  
pp. 7-10
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Business World ◽  
High Involvement ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Improved Outcomes ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Increasing employability is important for both individuals and organizations in a fast-paced and changing business world. Increased learning helps employees improve their skills, abilities, and knowledge, which in turn increases their competence and confidence, and increases their perception of their employability, as well as the perception of their supervisors. Organizations can invest in their employees by providing high-involvement human resource practices which encourage involvement, support, trust, and autonomy. This in turn increases positive learning behaviors, which leads to increased employability and thus improved outcomes for employees and the organization as a whole. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Influencing global perceptions in print ads

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Consumer Culture ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Brand Name ◽  
High Involvement ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Advertising copy is most important in determining perceived brand globalness. The spokesperson and the brand logo determine perceived brand globalness more strongly for a low-involvement product, whereas the brand name is more important for a high-involvement product. Further, the spokesperson and the brand logo are relatively more important for global consumer culture individuals, while local consumer culture individuals find the brand name and advertising copy relatively more important. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Driving forward green human resource management in India

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 29-31
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Hrm Practices ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Green Human Resource Management ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Key Interventions

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This research paper concentrates on the developing green HRM practices of Indian manufacturers, and how deepening and widening these can boost competitive advantage. A framework of key interventions includes creating a harmony of wider corporate practices that all teams can recognize as belonging within the organization’s cultural core. Practical implications The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Making an organization more flexible and agile

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (11) ◽  
pp. 23-25
Keyword(s):  
Multinational Corporations ◽  
Open Innovation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Organizational Agility ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Innovation Activities ◽  
Unpredictable Environments ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Multinational corporations can enhance the positive impact of different aspects of IT on organizational agility by engaging in open innovation activities. Effective collaboration with external partners gives valuable access to additional capabilities that augment those in-house and help such firms to more swiftly respond to change within unpredictable environments. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Factors which improve firm performance of SMEs

2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 33-35
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Technical Knowledge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strategic Orientations ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Businesses can enhance their overall performance by focusing on certain strategy dimensions at the expense of others. The positive impact of such strategic orientations can be furthered when various technical and non-technical knowledge management mechanisms are effectively utilized. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Employee benefits provision

2010 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 10-12
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Social Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Employee Benefits ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
The Individual ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeReviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.Design/methodology/approachThis briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.FindingsThe range and scope of employee benefits are growing rapidly, but for benefits to make a positive impact on an individual, the individual first needs to be aware of and understand the benefits their employer currently offers.Practical implicationsProvides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.Social implicationsProvides strategic insights and practical thinking that can have a broader social impact.Originaity/valueThe briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Croatia seeks new spirit of enterprise

2014 ◽  
Vol 30 (5) ◽  
pp. 28-30
Keyword(s):  
Product Innovation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Radical Product ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Current State ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach – This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds his own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings – Croatian manufacturing industry is strong on ideas but less impressive when it comes to actually generating radical product innovation. The authors make recommendations for improving the current state of affairs. Practical implications – The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations. Originality/value – The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

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