Psychological contracts for key employees

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 41-43
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Psychological Contract ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Psychological Contracts ◽  
Effective Management ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Employer Perspective ◽  
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 It is often stated that any organization’s most valuable asset is its workforce. Effective management of human capital is therefore crucial if the firm is to prosper. To this end, managers have an important part to play. A key feature of their role is to help entice, develop and retain talent. They additionally act as the company’s agent in establishing the psychological contract (PC) that is sometimes created between the employer and an individual worker. Psychological contracts reflect certain obligations the company makes to an employee. Managers act to facilitate these agreements that often involve both explicit and implicit pledges. Their profound understanding of the employer perspective makes them ideal for this function. 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.

Barriers to effective use of human capital analytics

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (7) ◽  
pp. 30-32
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Efficiency And Effectiveness ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
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 Greater focus is the key to better HR analytics. The authors summarize their six recommendations that will ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of HR analytics. 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.

Spotting golden nuggets of innovation-ready human capital

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (8) ◽  
pp. 17-18
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Board Of Directors ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Board Members ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Board Of Directors ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
The Impact ◽  
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 This research paper concentrates on the impact that different forms of human capital have on the board of directors’ strategic activity and vision for their enterprise. The results reveal that innovation can be fueled most reliably by retaining the company founder on the board of directors and by seeking and retaining for the longer term board members with scientific and technological expertise. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists, 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 organizational resilience: key drivers and aspects of firm culture

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 80-82
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Status Quo ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Status ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Key Drivers ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is 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 Resilient organizations are better positioned to manage major crises and restore the status quo or achieve levels of performance that exceed pre-disruption standards. Successful navigation of a crisis situation can be achieved if key resilience drivers are identified and the firm is equipped with sufficient social and human capital and has an open culture. 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.

Workplace bullying in academia

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 13-15
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Workplace Bullying ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
University Leaders ◽  
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 Understanding the phenomenon of workplace bullying and having robust policies and procedures in place may help to inform university leaders and save costs in terms of human capital. 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.

Intellectual capital and firm performance

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 37-39
Keyword(s):  
Human Capital ◽  
Firm Performance ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Strong Focus ◽  
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 Intellectual capital (IC) can make a substantial positive impact on firm performance. A strong focus on prioritizing the enhancement of the human capital (HC) dimension of IC will increase the likelihood of attaining desired outcomes. 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.

Effective management of risks in both sides of the supply chain

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Business Performance ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Demand Side ◽  
Effective Management ◽  
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 Organizations aiming to better manage risks on the supply and demand-side of their supply chains should focus on strengthening several key capabilities. Achieving this together with better understanding of relationships between these factors can also lead to a positive impact on business performance. 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.

How Phillips saw the light

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (8) ◽  
pp. 29-31
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Daily Basis ◽  
Business World ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Freak Show ◽  
The World ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
The One ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose Reviews the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoints 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 The problem with developing a reputation of being something of an oracle in the business world is that all of a sudden, everyone expects you to pull off the trick of interpreting the future on a daily basis. Like a freak show circus act or one-hit wonder pop singer, people expect you to perform when they see you, and they expect you to perform the thing that made you famous, even if it is the one thing in the world you don’t want to do. And when you fail to deliver on these heightened expectations, you are dismissed as a one trick pony, however good that trick is in the first place. 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.

Negotiation and corporate strategy

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 4-6
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Corporate Strategy ◽  
Organizational Strategy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Consistent Approach

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 Negotiation is a key tool in delivering competitive advantage but requires a clear and consistent approach closely linked to organizational strategy. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists 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.

Blending global and regional planning in multinationals

2019 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 16-18
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Regional Planning ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Cutting Edge ◽  
Central Planning ◽  
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 Blending global and regional planning is important for multinationals. Within a central framework, local offices should have input. Different regions will approach this in different ways, but regional planning needs to be in-synch with central planning cycles. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists, 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.

The importance of corporate political strategies

2018 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-33
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Reading Time ◽  
Political Strategy ◽  
Research Needs ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Corporate Political Strategies ◽  
New Ideas ◽  
Pertinent Information ◽  
Corporate Political Strategy ◽  
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 There is a substantial body of research on corporate political strategy, but most is theoretical, lacking empirical evidence, and is widely geo specific. More research needs to be done in clarifying the field, and developing new ideas for emerging markets. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists, 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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