Within this ambit of the HRM discipline comes corporate social responsibility as it relates to values and the expressions used when making organization decisions. The emphasis on code of ethics, managing business decisions and improving the overall quality of life for the workforce are essential elements where HR fits into the overall strategic planning process (Reed & Bogardus, 2012). We all have learned that organizations do not run by themselves. Each and every business decision must consider personnel related issues at all levels. From associated labor costs to initiatives that require certain skill sets and expertise, strategic planning and human resource go hand in hand (Simpkins, …show more content…
The strategic options may require developing new products or services within the current market, develop a new market or build on an existing market. Either way, HRM involves looking at the long term needs of a company, rather than focus on addressing the current needs (Reed & Bogardus, 2012). Contributions offered by HRM within an organizations strategic plan will ensure the performance and effectiveness is linked with the changes within the business environment, thus making sure the competitive strategy of the company takes care of the most valuable assets of any company—employees. According to Patrick Wright, SHRM (2008), “HR strategies need to simultaneously focus on building skills, motivation and behavior for a successful business strategy” is a clear definition of how vital human resource management is when linked to strategic planning