The role of human resources within an organization can be traced more than 100 years. As America took off during the Industrial Revolution, so did the role of human resources.
Over more than 100 years, human resources has continued to evolve.
While many see the role of HR as traditional hiring and recruiting, human resources has become a critical component to the strategy and success of organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. The role of HR now:
Utilizes human capital to increase profits.
People are one of the most valuable assets of your organization, and your human resources staff can help you define the background and skills needed for an employee to help drive your profits. Using the latest tools and recruiting methods, your HR team will recruit and hire top-level talent poised to make an impact on your business.
Are at the cutting edge of business technology.
You may have an IT department, but your HR staff is likely some of the most tech savvy within your organization. Whether it’s an applicant tracking system (ATS) for recruiting or online portals for employee communication, HR professionals take advantage of a range of software and technology to help your organization achieve more. Plus, they are some of the leading business experts in social media – a now critical component of the recruitment process.
Help with short- and long-term strategic planning.
Your HR staff must have a thorough understanding of the history, current status, and future goals of an organization. With an in-depth background on your business, your human resources staff can help you maximize your workforce and develop a long-term strategic plan.
Ensure completion of essential business functions.
Human resources — at it’s roots — includes essential business functions, including: managing employee information, processing payroll, recording time and attendance and establishment of company policies. These functions are essential to the success of any organization.
Keep your top talent where they belong – working for you!
Hiring employees is important – but retaining those employees is essential. A successful human resources team will devise and implement an employee retention plan. With today’s economy, businesses are finding themselves in a talent war, and if you’re not working to retain your top talent, someone else is working to lure them away.
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