C/HR/112. Strategic HRM: The Case of Watsons Engine Components

The case deals with issues related to the strategic management of human resources at Watsons Engine Components. The case analysis discusses linkage between business needs and practices in HR management, suggestions related to appropriate HR strategic response for the company, and suggested interventions in HR Policy in order to align it more closely with organisational objectives. The role of Human Resource Development is seen as key in bringing effective organisational change and the importance of employment partnership for the employer and the workers, and its fit with strategic human resource management is also discussed.