Due to an economic downturn in the local economy, organisation XYZ had decided to operate its facility in another country. Explain how HRM can support this transition/ change

Question 1 Imagine that a small manufacturing company decides to invest in a materials resource

planning (MRP) system. This is a computerized information system that improves efficiency by automating workplace tasks of planning needs for resources, ordering materials, and scheduling work on the shop floor. The company hopes that with the introduction of new MRP system, it can increase its market share by processing small orders for a variety of products quickly and efficiently.

Discuss any five human resource functions that are likely to be affected by the change described in the question above. Explain your answer

Question 2 A small locally based furniture company [ABC Limited] manufactures specialorder wood furniture has kept its employees busy on a 40-hours-a-week schedule for the past two years. The company has recently received the largest contract in its history from an Australian counterpart. ABC Limited does not anticipate a repeat business of similar magnitude in future. ABC Limited needs to source additional skilled labour at a very short notice to complete the contract within the stipulated time of one month.

Being the human resource manager ABC Limited, explain how you intend to source your labour supply to meet your current contractual obligations. [You can mention any 3 to 4 strategies learnt in the course].

Question 3 Due to an economic downturn in the local economy, organisation XYZ had decided to operate its facility in another country. Explain how HRM can support this transition/ change.