The personnel side of things

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings This paper discovered that strategic human resource management can contribute positively when included within a robust talent management framework. This can lead to improved business performance. Research limitations/implications This paper identifies that there are more uses for SHRM than just helping employees and other benefits should be considered more within literature. Practical implications The paper can be used to justify the importance of SHRM as well as how organizations can work to achieve their objectives. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.