BLOG 1 - COVID 19 Pandemic's Impact on Human Resource Management


Acceleration of digitization processes is one of the economic effects of the worldwide pandemic (Covid-19). Organizations must increasingly leverage digital channels to provide employees with fast access to jobs. Human Resource Management is critical in assisting organizations in navigating through the drastic changes brought on by the pandemic lockdown.

The Role of HRM in the Adaptation of the Workforce

The recent Covid-19 outbreak has put human resource managers under a lot of pressure. In the face of huge changes around the world as a result of the epidemic, businesses must respond and adapt, and manage their employees properly (Carnevale and Hatak, 2020). 

HRM is critical in assisting employees in addressing the challenges posed by unforeseen workplace and societal developments (Carnevale and Hatak, 2020). 

As a result, HRM should take the lead in assisting organizations in navigating through uncertainty, taking into account the needs of skill development and employee mental health. Companies that are planning for the future must change their focus to include both business continuity and organizational wellness.

Disruptions in HRM Caused by Pandemic

In general, the respondents mentioned three types of cases they observed in terms of companies’ attitudes towards employees: 

(1) Some companies have been closed and hence dismissed all employees. 

(2) Many companies have retained employees by sending to unpaid leaves.

(3) There are companies that retained employees giving them salaries. However, some companies managed only to retain the senior staff with salaries 

Challenging arears to organizations

* Uncertainity/ Crisis Management
* Business closure/ Suspended operations
* Flexibility
* Digitalization

Challenges to employees

* Stress
* Unpaid leave
* Adaptability to remote working
* Lack of knowledge in Online tools

Challenges to HRM

* Managing panic
* Retaining employees
* Remote/ online Management
* Lack of knowledge in Technologies
* Lack of crisis Management skills and knowledge
* New safety regulations


The Future Roles of HRM
The respondents determined that, at first look, the crisis revealed the need for more understanding among HR professionals; despite years of experience, many of them lack skills and education, particularly in crisis management.

• There is a huge competition in the market, 
• Companies need highly developed people with the relevant knowledge, 
• More importantly with special skills who can adapt quickly to the environment, 
• who can master new competences, are receptive to innovations, have the ability to learn, and possess creative innovative skills. 
• build flexible processes, adopt new technologies, and create scenarios for business process continuity.

Conclusion
From the perspective of HRM, this blog attempted to investigate how the Covid-19 outbreak influenced HR managers' activities and how organizations responded to the issue.

Employees and businesses are adapting to the changing environment in order to achieve their goals. In order to respond quickly, internal communication should be prioritized in this area. As a result, team spirit, camaraderie, teamwork, and cooperation are required to survive in this changing environment. HR management makes a big contribution by introducing online HR processes and training employees not only in the skills required to perform present activities, but also in the skills required in the future if circumstances change. These challenges should be addressed by HRM in staff development initiatives.

References
Gigauri, I., 2020. Influence of Covid-19 Crisis on Human Resource Management and Companies’ Response: The Expert Study. International Journal of Management Science and Business Administration, 6(6), pp.15-24.

Comments

  1. ShiblyApril 21, 2022 at 3:58 AM

    Covid 19 turnout to be nightmare for all, HR is no an exception and HR had to face many challenges. Well explained article

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    1. ChathuraDApril 21, 2022 at 4:20 AM

      Totaly agreed. All the business functions have been changed due to this pandemic situation. Thanks.

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  2. fahimmbaApril 21, 2022 at 4:41 AM

    Article covered the HR process while pendamic situation And affect for employees.

    Good job

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    1. ChathuraDApril 21, 2022 at 4:56 PM

      Pandemic is one of the most discussed topic in this generation as it affects every functions of business as well as other activities as well. Thanks.

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  3. Dilini MBAApril 21, 2022 at 6:27 AM

    As explained in this article, HR managers have faced numerous challenges due to the pandemic. Its the responsibility of HR to ensure the health and safety aspects of workers and also ensure employee engagement and motivation as employees too will be highly affected during this time. HRM role is very important in managing employees as well as ensuring the productivity levels are met. Good article. All the Best Chathura!

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    1. ChathuraDApril 21, 2022 at 4:58 PM

      I also agree with you. The role of HRM is more important these days than non other days due to various reasons, especially the pandemic. Thanks.

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  4. Venushka BandaranayakeApril 21, 2022 at 7:38 AM

    Covid pandemic is the first ever experience faced by companies during recent past. Companies had to find new strategies to maintain the employee engagement efficiently and effectively. HRM has played crucial role in this. You have nicely explained about the impact of covid pandemic on HRM. All the best..

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    1. ChathuraDApril 21, 2022 at 5:00 PM

      Yes. It is the first pandemic experience for most of the organizations. It let the organizations to think out of the box, especially functions of HRM. Thanks.

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  5. KithsiriApril 21, 2022 at 9:58 AM

    COVID 19 Pandemic's Impac on very clear good job

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  6. ShashithaMBA24April 25, 2022 at 12:56 AM

    This is good article about present pandic situation how HRM works with challenges.covid 19 is first ever experience for the every organization HRM in the world.in your article you have well discribed about the HRM challenges in covid-19 .good luck

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    1. ChathuraDApril 26, 2022 at 7:19 PM

      Agreed with you. We as employees experiencing effects of the pandemic as well.Thanks

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  7. Nishantha RathnayakeApril 25, 2022 at 8:32 AM

    This blog tried to study how the Covid-19 epidemic affected HR managers' activities and how firms responded to the problem from the standpoint of HRM. you have well described about the HRM challenges in pandemic situation .All the Best Chathura...

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    1. ChathuraDApril 26, 2022 at 7:20 PM

      HR is facing more challanges in this pandemic situation managing their employees. Thanks.

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  8. Anuradha Wickramasiri.May 3, 2022 at 4:49 AM

    The Corona virus continues to dominate the world, and we can't predict when it will stop, so we can't shut ourselves up indefinitely. We must all carry on with our daily responsibilities while prioritizing our health and mental well-being. Our economy should continue to run smoothly. Employees should be able to work in a comfortable environment based on the efforts of the HR department and HR authorities. The best way to deal with these stressful times is to communicate with the employees. Then, in order to stay connected, suitable technology and infrastructure are required, as well as frequent meetings via virtual platforms where HR plays a vital role in every aspect.
    An interesting topic Chathura, Well explained.

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  9. Achala BandaraMay 6, 2022 at 5:55 AM

    This is a nice article regarding how HRM deals with issues in the current pandemic situation. Covid 19 is the world's first ever experience for any organization's HRM. You have adequately described the HRM problems in Covid-19 in your article. best wishes

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  10. Jaliya RajaguruMay 6, 2022 at 5:36 PM

    No one knew what exactly a pandemic is until the Covid-19 hit the entire world. It affected to all most all the organisations across the globe. But the technology played a major role to overcome this situation and to continue the businesses. Most of Organization's HRM used these latest technologies to carry-out out their day-to-day activities. (i.e: Online recruitments, organizing online trainings, Handling global conferences)

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  11. Asela ThennakoonMay 7, 2022 at 12:17 AM

    COVID 19 is a recently arisen challenge and entire organization had to faced for great difficulty due to this pandemic. Work from Home, Employee roster, working in flexi hours are few topics which were getting popular during this period. This article briefed the challenges faced by employees as well as organizations.

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  12. Suresh HerathMay 7, 2022 at 7:17 AM

    This is an interesting piece about how HRM deals with challenges in the present epidemic. Covid 19 is the world's first encounter with HRM for any company. In your post, you adequately described the HRM issues in Covid-19.

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  13. Amila PereraMay 7, 2022 at 10:51 AM

    Great article which covers both theoretical knowledge and the practical aspect also. You have clearly explained the challenges facing by the human resource managers with the present new normal working condition arise with the Covid-19 pandemic. Human Resource Management has to play a vital role in managing the peoples and managing the trade off between the employee cost and retaining skilled labour force for the business operations. In this article you have covered lots of aspects of the Covid -19 pandemic effect on HRM. Great article. All the best.

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  14. Amila KarunarathnaMay 7, 2022 at 9:38 PM

    As you mantioned, The COVID-19 has frightened all organizations, creating a complex and challenging environment for managers and human resource management practitioners, who need to find ingenious solutions to ensure the continuity of their companies and to help their employees to cope with this extraordinary crisis. Good blog

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