Posted: January 19th, 2016

Select and discuss three current or emerging challenges that human resource practioners face in meeting the diverse needs of the contemporary workforce.

In the ‘war for talent’, human resource strategies are increasingly focused on making the organisation an ‘employer of choice’. However, meeting the needs of employees is becoming increasingly difficult, as firms face challenges such as globalisation, rapid technological change and the differing needs and expectations of a workforce spanning Baby Boomers to Generation Y.
Select and discuss three current or emerging challenges that human resource practioners face in meeting the diverse needs of the contemporary workforce. In responding to this task, you may consider academic literature, business publications, credible online material as well as incorporating knowledge and experiences from within your own organization/industry.