How will you keep apprised of changes in technology as it relates to HR? How will HR policy, procedures, and other key documentation be evaluated to manage risks and achieve the organization’s objectives? How will you determine the direction the organization needs to take to address changes in laws and policy from an HR perspective?

HR Management

Choose one of these companies: J&J (formerly Johnson & Johnson), Nestlé, Intel, American Express, or Toyota. Look at their annual report, stock portfolio, supporting documents, and strategy for maintaining a competitive advantage over the next 5 years.

Assume you are a senior member of an HR department in the company you researched. Develop a strategy for how you plan to address the impact of recent laws and policies on the organization. Answer the following questions. In your answers, make sure to repeat the specific question being addressed or keywords from it, and then provide your response. Provide specific citations from the readings or your research to support each answer.

Summarize and provide context on the company you researched. What is their forward–looking strategy?
How will you keep apprised of changes in technology as it relates to HR?
How will HR policy, procedures, and other key documentation be evaluated to manage risks and achieve the organization’s objectives?
How will you determine the direction the organization needs to take to address changes in laws and policy from an HR perspective? Include a discussion of the HR practices that you will evaluate to ensure compliance with current laws and regulations.

What leadership skill will you need to develop in yourself that accentuate your personal strengths, address interpersonal relationships and help you to stay abreast of the changes?
Describe how public policy could impact the organization you researched. What type of change strategy (e.g., innovation, organization change, adaptation) would you suggest? Provide your rationale.