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Human Resources (HR)

What is Human Resources? Definition and meaning

Human Resources covers the resources that employees bring to a company. Alongside their skills, their knowledge and their motivation are also taken into account here.

Human Resources Management, also known as personnel management, is responsible for the organisation. It deals, for example, with workforce planning and personnel administration.

Also essential for good HR is the working climate. Employees are motivated through excellent internal communication or the development opportunities on offer. This in turn leads to employees being more productive.

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Frequently asked questions

What belongs to Human Resources?
Human Resources includes the resources that employees bring to a company: their skills, their knowledge and their motivation. The working climate is also a key factor in good HR.
What is Human Resources Management?
Human Resources Management, also known as personnel management, is responsible for the organisation and deals, for example, with workforce planning and personnel administration.
How are employees motivated in HR?
Employees are motivated by excellent company communication and the development opportunities on offer. A good working climate raises motivation and leads to employees being more productive.