HUMAN RESOURCES INTO THE FUTURE………
Challenges for HRM Increased globalisation + international competition Rapid technological change Restructuring – mergers and acquisitions Change – new management seek different approaches Transformation and BEE War for talent High unemployment yet a skills shortage Disparities in wages – union unrest Lack of emotional intelligence Poor leadership Social problems – addiction
Where have we come from….. Personnel administrators Re-active rather than pro-active Social workers Police force of the HR policies Confusion of our role – do we support management of employees? Bogged down by much administration Confined to HR job descriptions Old debates: Does Payroll sit with HR or Finance?
Juta in 1852
Where are we going…….. Strategic partnerships – understanding of the business Administration experts Utilising integrated technology (HRIS – Pay, leave, performance management, statutory reporting) Enabling employees to be self-correcting and self-generating Change agents HR Leadership Future orientation Flexibility and creativity Become experts on advising on remuneration, talent retention and work environment
Juta today
SABPP HR Standards Strategic HR management Talent management HR Risk management Workforce planning Learning and development Performance management Reward Employee Wellness Employment Relations Organisation development HR service delivery HR Technology HR management
INTEGRAL HRM PRACTICES Individual (I) Team (We) Shareholder (It) Community (Its)
Employees of the future Young graduates care about: Social responsibility and environment awareness Work/life balance Servant leadership Having fun at work creates a platform for innovation Flexible work hours Access to latest technology and social media Minimum rules but rules of engagement Having a voice and being heard Medical Aid – less fussed about pension Opportunities to grow knowledge and EQ Create talent pipeline opportunities Opportunity to learn from mistakes Wellness initiatives – make time to reflect Positive psychology: having a purpose at work and focus on individual strengths - happiness pays!
Our response in remaining relevant in the future…… Accuracy and attention to detail still matters Need to be kind to ourselves and others Establish our own goals aligned to the needs of the organisation Be creative and willing to try new ways Grow our knowledge and keep learning Know the potential risks and have a plan B Have fun and never take ourselves too seriously Assert ourselves and have a voice of reason Always hear both sides of the story and be able to mediate effectively
Women navigating the future We need to juggle many balls...... Stress – what matters is our attitude to stress Are we taking care of our needs – learning, self-care, healthy boundaries – fun, compassion for others and moments of absolute quiet Are we able to observe ourselves? Can we live with the things we cannot change And have the courage to change the things we can – do we have the wisdom to know the difference? Can we for once and for all get over the guilt of being working mothers and rather feel confident in being role models for the future generation