Human Resources Management
Human Resources Management (HRM) is the name given to a set of skills and tasks used to manage the people who work in an organisation.
If you’re a business owner or leader, it’s important to understand the basics of HRM so that you can make informed decisions about your workforce.
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Latest Human Resources Management articles
13th November 2023 The Simple Holiday Pay Calculator by MAD-HR
Simple holiday pay and annual leave entitlement calculator for UK employees, including pro-rata calculations. The simplest solution!
26th October 2023 HR Metrics that Matter
Using metrics based on your people should be a critical part of your business strategy. The MAD-HR Team explain further.
19th October 2023 Building Resilience at Work
Advice from the MAD-HR Team, focussing on building resilience in your workforce. Examples of resilience and hints to help foster it.
8th September 2023 AI for Business and the Future of HR – Threat or Opportunity?
Advice from the MAD-HR Team. Read about the rise of AI and how the technology can help with HR in your business.
15th August 2023 The Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023 – are you ready?
Soon the law on flexible working will change. Do you know how those changes will affect your business and what your new responsibilities are?
1st August 2023 Transforming HR Landscape: Vision Meets Action
By combining a clear vision with purposeful action, we strive to provide HR solutions that really Make A Difference.
26th July 2023 Offboarding Process – How to Protect your Business from Exiting Employees
Offboarding Process. How to protect your business from existing staff. You might have an onboarding process for new staff but what about when they leave?
3rd July 2023 HR Investigations – Best Practice When an Employee Situation Needs Greater Attention
Part 2 of our series on how to deal with tricky employee situations – both from a prevention perspective and in terms of rapid response
15th April 2023 Is the Raab ‘Bullying’ Report a Key Opportunity to Learn?
How familiar are you with the legal definition of workplace bullying? What can we learn from the case of Dominic Raab?
6th April 2023 The skills needed for success in interim management
Why should you consider using interim management? What are the key skills to look for when hiring on an interim basis? We cover this and more.
28th March 2023 Confirmation of Statutory Increases for 2023!
Every April there are statutory increases that could affect your business. Here are some of the key ones you will need to be aware of.
21st March 2023 Key Changes in Employment Law 2023
Here’s a summary of what we can expect to become employment law in 2023 brought you from the team at MAD-HR.
16th March 2023 Spring Budget Blog – A MAD-HR Perspective
We provide our perspective on the Spring Budget for 2023, and how it may affect employers and their staff.
2nd March 2023 Phased Return To Work – The essential employer’s guide
Is an employee undergoing a phased return to work after a period of absence? Here is how to manage the gradual return.
24th February 2023 Teachers strike – how employers can plan for staff shortages
Teachers' Strike action can cause considerable challenges for employers. So what options are available for managing staff shortages?
12th February 2023 What is pro rata holiday and how do you calculate it?
Read our simple guide to understanding when pro-rata holiday rules will apply to your business and your employees.
2nd February 2023 Right To Work Checks: A guide for employers
How can employers complete right to work checks? We cover the ins and outs, including what type of checks to carry out.
9th January 2023 What can HR metrics do for you?
Want to make your HR strategy more effective? Check out these key HR metrics and see how they can help.
23rd December 2022 Can Employees Have a Second Job? The Truth about Overemployment
The increased cost of living begs the question, 'can employees have a second job?' and also, 'can you stop them?'. Here are the answers.
8th November 2022 Managing the World Cup 2022 and potential disruption
The FIFA World Cup is due to start soon, plan ahead to avoid disruption with staff who are football enthusiasts, find out how here
Popular Human Resources Management articles
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This page of our site is our Human Resources Management hub. In this section, we share articles discussing the key aspects of HRM and explain why it’s essential for any business. We’ll also provide tips on how to get started if you’re just starting out.
The impact of Human Resources on businesses
Human resources has a significant impact on businesses of all sizes. By understanding the ever-changing landscape of employment law, human resources consultancy can provide guidance and support to companies to ensure they are compliant with current legislation. They can also advise on recruitment strategies, help with employee retention and offer training and development programmes to improve staff morale and motivation. In addition, human resources consultancy can provide expert guidance during periods of change, such as mergers and acquisitions or downsizing. By understanding the needs of both employees and employers, human resources consultancy can play a vital role in ensuring businesses operate smoothly and effectively.
From hiring and training new employees to ensuring that your current team is productive and happy, HR touches every aspect of your business. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or don’t know where to start when it comes to Human Resources Management, our team at MAD-HR can help. We have years of experience in all areas of human resources, from recruitment to retention, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Don’t let your business suffer because of poor HR – contact us today!
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