The book "Strategic Human Resource Management" by Alan Nankervis, Robert Compton, and Marian Baird provides a comprehensive overview of strategic human resource management (SHRM), covering concepts, models, and case studies. The book is structured into six parts, each addressing different aspects of SHRM: 1. **Introduction to SHRM**: Discusses the historical context and importance of SHRM in the modern business environment. 2. **Human Resource Planning**: Focuses on estimating labor demand, organizational resources, and the impact of internal and external forces on HR planning. 3. **Staffing**: Explores the role of job analysis, competency profiling, and job design in a changing workplace. 4. **Effective Human Resource Management**: Highlights the importance of training, development, and career development programs. 5. **Employee Relations**: Covers issues such as discrimination, equal employment opportunities, and the role of unions in collective bargaining. 6. **Future Directions**: Discusses international HRM, accounting for HRM, and future challenges and opportunities in SHRM. Each chapter delves into specific topics, providing detailed insights and practical guidance for HR professionals. The book emphasizes the strategic importance of HRM in achieving organizational success and adapting to global changes.The book "Strategic Human Resource Management" by Alan Nankervis, Robert Compton, and Marian Baird provides a comprehensive overview of strategic human resource management (SHRM), covering concepts, models, and case studies. The book is structured into six parts, each addressing different aspects of SHRM: 1. **Introduction to SHRM**: Discusses the historical context and importance of SHRM in the modern business environment. 2. **Human Resource Planning**: Focuses on estimating labor demand, organizational resources, and the impact of internal and external forces on HR planning. 3. **Staffing**: Explores the role of job analysis, competency profiling, and job design in a changing workplace. 4. **Effective Human Resource Management**: Highlights the importance of training, development, and career development programs. 5. **Employee Relations**: Covers issues such as discrimination, equal employment opportunities, and the role of unions in collective bargaining. 6. **Future Directions**: Discusses international HRM, accounting for HRM, and future challenges and opportunities in SHRM. Each chapter delves into specific topics, providing detailed insights and practical guidance for HR professionals. The book emphasizes the strategic importance of HRM in achieving organizational success and adapting to global changes.