Human resource strategies and firm performance: what do we know and where do we need to go?

Abstract

Abstract This research review focuses on the links between human resource strategies and organizational effectiveness. It is likely that bundles of, or configurations of, activities are more important in enhancing labour productivity than any single activity. However, studies are typically limited in theoretical rigour, have quite small samples and are typically non-cumulative. The empirical basis of strategic human resources management is thus circumscribed. Keywords: Human resource strategiesfirm performancestrategic human resource managementlabour productivity