Wagner, R. and Paton, R.A. (2014) Strategic toolkits: seniority, usage and performance in the German SME machinery and equipment sector. International Journal of Human Resource Management, 25(4), pp. 475-499. (doi: 10.1080/09585192.2013.792863)
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Abstract
This paper examines the strategic tool kit, from a human resource management (HRM) perspective, in terms of usage and impact. Research to date has tended to consider usage, assuming to a certain extent that knowledge and understanding of particular tools suggest that practitioners value them. The research on which this paper is based builds upon the idea that usage indicates satisfaction, but develops the usage theme to investigate which decision-makers are actually engaged in both tool appliance and the strategic process. Of particular interest to the researchers are the educational background, age and seniority of the decision-makers. In addition, potential links with HRM and organizational performance are also explored. The context of the research, the German machinery and equipment sector, provides an insight into the industry's ability to sustain growth in face of increasing international competition. The paper calls for a greater awareness, from a human resource perspective, and utilization of strategic management practice and associated decision-making aids.
Item Type: | Articles |
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Status: | Published |
Refereed: | Yes |
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Paton, Professor Robert |
Authors: | Wagner, R., and Paton, R.A. |
College/School: | College of Social Sciences > Adam Smith Business School > Management |
Journal Name: | International Journal of Human Resource Management |
Publisher: | Taylor and Francis |
ISSN: | 0958-5192 |
ISSN (Online): | 1466-4399 |
Published Online: | 28 May 2013 |
Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2013 Taylor and Francis |
First Published: | First published in International Journal of Human Resource Management |
Publisher Policy: | Reproduced in accordance with the copyright policy of the publisher |
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