HRM at Hewlett-Packard

Paper Summary:

The paper addresses Hewlett-Packard's (HP) two primary human resource management problems of motivation and selection and training. The paper considers human resource management theories and concepts and focuses on intrinsic motivation and Maslow's hierarchy of needs. The paper then proposes solutions and their implementation at HP.

Outline:
Background
Analysis of Problems
HRM Theories and Concepts
Solutions and Implementation

From the Paper:

"Hewlett Packard is one of the largest companies in the world, with offices all over the globe. The company was created in 1939 by Bill Hewlett and Dave Packard. The first Items the company sold were audio oscillators. The company's oscillators were fist purchased by the Walt Disney Company. Over the years, HP has continued to expand and today it is one of the leading technology companies in the world. The products the company currently offers include personal computers, laptops, printers and peripherals. The company also offers business solutions. The company serves individuals and organizations throughout the world ("History")."

Sample of Sources Used:

• History. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/abouthp/histnfacts/
• About Us. http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/abouthp/
• Working at HP. http://h10055.www1.hp.com/jobsathp/content/informations/workingathp.asp?Lang=ENen

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