The Impact Of Strategic Human Resource Management On The Effectiveness Of International Businesses Operating In Pakistan - The Mediating Effect Of Organisational Behaviour

Abstract

This study addresses the effect of Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) on the success of business international in Pakistan with emphasis on the mediating role of Organisational Behaviour (OB). This research addresses the challenges MNEs encounter in aligning global HR practises with Pakistan’s unique socio—cultural environment, exploring how adapted SHRM practises (recruitment, training, and performance management) promote organisational effectiveness. Secondary data on SHRM is subjected to the qualitative content analysis to show that culturally attuned SHRM practises have a positive impact on workforce motivation, engagement, retention and ultimately performance.
Now, whilst, obviously positive OB factors such as communication, leadership styles and team dynamics can aid the success of SHRM implementation, there are a significant number of OB factors which serve as key mediators. This research addresses the problem of SHRM adaptation in Pakistan’s unique organisational landscape, and highlights an enabling OB climate as essential for achieving the best HR performance. Although constrained by its qualitative approach and context specificity, this study sets out its implications for MNEs and suggests avenues for future research aimed at quantifying the OB–SHRM relationship in more varied cultural contexts. Finally, the study offers a framework that would assist MNEs to leverage their HR strategies in culturally complex environments.