@article{2006:nehles:implementi,
title = {Implementing Human Resource Management Successfully: A First-Line Management Challenge},
year = {2006},
note = {In this paper we will address the success of Human Resource Management
(HRM) implementation, concentrating not on the HR function but on
first-line managers. First-line managers find implementing HR
practices at the operational level difficult and show reluctance with
their HR responsibilities. However, they have become increasingly
responsible for the implementation of HRM and thus, their performance
is critical for HRM effectiveness. Previous research pointed to five
factors that could lead to HRM implementation difficulties. Four case
studies in four different multinational business units are presented
here to investigate the salience of these factors. Results show that
first-line managers perceive four of the five factors hindering, but
that the challenges faced vary per business unit.},
journal = {mrev management revue},
pages = {256--273},
author = {Nehles, Anna C. and Riemsdijk, Maarten van and Kok, Irene and Looise, Jan Kees},
volume = {17},
number = {3}
}