Microsoft Vera Project
How does Microsoft conduct strategic planning and what role human resource management plays in that process?
It is apparent that people are Microsoft's greatest asset. Linking production areas and using an atmosphere that caters to the 30 year old average employee age, has made the company a fantastic place of employment. Human Resources is responsible for identifying, hiring, and retaining their gifted talent. Microsoft has also boasted as very generous compensation and benefits program that has created a quality employee experience. Microsoft's work environment, is a catalyst for great achievements.
With a strategic human resource plan, Microsoft ensures that a diverse range of candidates are considered for opportunities as well as retaining them in a very competitive market. Their results are shown through enhanced product development and employee …show more content…
It plays a critical role in helping Microsoft generate technology that positively affects the lives of millions of people around the world (Microsoft.com 2008).
The case study on the Vega Project shows that HR department as well as company directors are using the plan to promote, educate, and empower individuals. As this case shows, it does not always work out to be a successful match. However, according to Microsoft’s home page, I believe their HR approach is a great example of how to recruit, retain, and promote motivated employees.
Where along the transactional-commitment continuum does Microsoft choose to be located ?
Transactional leaders use strategy, structure and culture to strengthen their organization.
This type of leadership can be displayed through a system of contingent-reward exchanges as well as active management. This style of leadership can be characterized through a process of goal-setting, setting expectations, and defining how followers will be rewarded (Gerhardt
It is apparent that people are Microsoft's greatest asset. Linking production areas and using an atmosphere that caters to the 30 year old average employee age, has made the company a fantastic place of employment. Human Resources is responsible for identifying, hiring, and retaining their gifted talent. Microsoft has also boasted as very generous compensation and benefits program that has created a quality employee experience. Microsoft's work environment, is a catalyst for great achievements.
With a strategic human resource plan, Microsoft ensures that a diverse range of candidates are considered for opportunities as well as retaining them in a very competitive market. Their results are shown through enhanced product development and employee …show more content…
It plays a critical role in helping Microsoft generate technology that positively affects the lives of millions of people around the world (Microsoft.com 2008).
The case study on the Vega Project shows that HR department as well as company directors are using the plan to promote, educate, and empower individuals. As this case shows, it does not always work out to be a successful match. However, according to Microsoft’s home page, I believe their HR approach is a great example of how to recruit, retain, and promote motivated employees.
Where along the transactional-commitment continuum does Microsoft choose to be located ?
Transactional leaders use strategy, structure and culture to strengthen their organization.
This type of leadership can be displayed through a system of contingent-reward exchanges as well as active management. This style of leadership can be characterized through a process of goal-setting, setting expectations, and defining how followers will be rewarded (Gerhardt