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6. Conclusion
According to Itami (1987), HR is an ―invisible asset‖ of the firm. It is embedded in the
operational system and creates value to the organization to enhance its core competencies
(Prahalas and Hamel, 1990). In order for the HR department to perform its strategic role,
shortcomings of current HR practices have been identified. The shortcomings of current
HR practices had caused the high turnover rate of lorry drivers, discipline issues and
collaboration deficiency. Based on the outcome of this study, five critical human resource
initiatives have been suggested as the strategies of the SHRM plan to be proposed to The
Management. These HR strategies are setting up of the business development
department, business continuity plan; develop team synergy, HR ―fit‖ into business
strategy and HR Management Information System. By doing so, the HR department
should be able to play the role as HR strategic partner of the Management Team in
helping the organization to realize its vision and mission.
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