[en] Many attempts at modernisation have been launched in public organisations during
the last decade, focused on a renewal of HR policies and devices. Via an in-depth
exploration of three case studies in Belgium, this paper develops an analytical
framework likely to explain their contrasting performances. Our main hypothesis is
that a lack of coherence (a) within the content itself of HRM-based reforms, (b)
between this content and the context in which it is introduced, or (c) the process
by which it is implemented, could explain a large part of the problems encountered.
The paper also suggests some key recommendations for the management of HRM-
based reforms in the public sphere.
Research Center/Unit :
Laboratoire d'Etudes sur les Nouvelles Technologies de l'Information, la Communication, l'Innovation et le Changement - LENTIC
Disciplines :
Human resources management
Author, co-author :
Pichault, François ; Université de Liège - ULiège > HEC - École de gestion de l'ULiège > Gestion des ressources humaines
Language :
English
Title :
HRM-Based Reforms in Public Organizations: Problems and Perspectives
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