Exploring the role of the human resource function in the South African information technology industry
The Information Technology (IT) industry is one that is characterised by rapid change and a heavy reliance on human skills. A study was conducted to qualitatively explore the role of the Human Resource (HR) function in the South African IT industry. Semi-structured individual and focus group intervi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2007-01-01
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Series: | SA Journal of Human Resource Management |
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Online Access: | https://sajhrm.co.za/index.php/sajhrm/article/view/108 |
Summary: | The Information Technology (IT) industry is one that is characterised by rapid change and a heavy reliance on human skills. A study was conducted to qualitatively explore the role of the Human Resource (HR) function in the South African IT industry. Semi-structured individual and focus group interviews with professionals in this function highlighted many opportunities for HR to render a more strategic role in an environment where a skills shortage and many related problem areas exist. The implications of these findings are discussed and proposals for redefining the role of HR in the specific industry are offered. |
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ISSN: | 1683-7584 2071-078X |