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Perlmuter's Staffing: The Changes In The Global Workforce

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Introduction "The geocentic enterprise.... could conceivably make war less likely, on the assumption that bombing customers, suppliers and employees is in nobody's interest" (Howard V. Perlmutter, 1969) In today's world of globalization Multi-National Corporations are turning highly global and Human Resources(HR) function has a vital role of managing this globally diversified workforce. The upcoming new markets are increasing the increasing international competition and at the same time generating opportunities to expand its operations in the global market on a large scale. This report aims to describe the changes in global workforce that organizations are needing to respond to. Further by referring to Perlmuter's staffing strategies it …show more content…

There are various nations that have eased off legislations on business practices so as to encourage youth employment. They have done this so that there is more inflow of global work comprising mainly of youth. There is also an increasing influence of the developing nations on the economy because the maximum of young entrepreneurs and labours are sourced from there.The developing nations are a fresh source of raw talent which will benefit the companies in developed nations to venture into new markets and new urban cities which are not explored till now. The structure of a business is reshaping and the developing countries are gaining more power as the global workers from there provide deep insights on critical information for the organisations that is beneficial for the company. As the changing trend in global workforce is rising and so are worker's expectations. The worker's now demand for a healthy work environment, high wages, high incentives as the quality of life has grown. [Stacey Harris,2013] Staffing …show more content…

It makes them feel comfortable and like they are part of the team. Orientation programmes may vary from company to company, the management aspect, company's culture, HR Department etc. HR Team has to set up a orientation programme for the new employees. Providing Local Knowledge about the city The new worker must be provided with the basic knowledge about the city where he is going to work (London) such as the transport system, housing, food, climate etc. Exploring the Work Area It is important that the new worker is familiar with the new workplace as soon as possible. This can be done by taking him around the office and showing the essential locations such as HR Department, Manager's office, Wash-rooms, Printing area, Canteen area etc. Formal & Informal Meetings with the Co-Workers The new worker should be introduced to his fellow co-workers by scheduling a formal meeting in the office and an informal meeting e.g. a dinner in a restaurant. This will help him to interact with his team members. Providing Employee

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