Discussion Questions

There are two discussion questions in this assignment. Each question requires a minimum of 300 words and two references. There is no need for a cover page or reference page. Place the references after the question they pertain to.

(1) Read these two articles (attached):

1. • “Integrating Talent Management and Core HR Systems Valuable but Tricky”
   • “Applicant Tracking for High Turnover Environments.”
   • Respond to the following:
2. • Why is it important to establish the meaning of talent and talent management in a particular organizational setting?
   • How does the strategic direction of the organization influence human resource planning activities?
   • What are some potential disadvantages of using a packaged application to help automate the employee goal-setting process?
   • Why is it important to have an adaptable workforce in a global economy?
   • (2)You have been asked to replace the project manager who was heading up your firm’s new compensation and benefits system. One of the reasons the project manager is being replaced is because the project schedule had the wrong resources assigned (for example, resources who do not fully understand compensation and benefits). You have been asked to solve this problem quickly by either replacing the resources or getting the resources up-to-speed on compensation and benefits.
     • Present your recommendation for solving this critical resource problem by reviewing the pros and cons of each option