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HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND THE ORGANIZATION By Leslie A. Weatherly, SPHR, HR Content Expert December 2004 Introduction The role of the human resource development (HRD) function is to ensure that the current and future knowledge, skills, abilities and performance needs of the workforce are understood and can be achieved within the timeframe required by the organization. This is accomplished through processes and programs designed to address employee training, change and performance management initiatives, and other development needs that may be unique to specific employee groups within the organization. Competitive advantage in the marketplace is driven by people assets. In order to remain competitive, organizations must include employee education and development as part of their corporate strategy. Given the dynamics of today’s business environment, it is a given that employees will be required to learn throughout their careers. This need for lifelong learning will require organizations to accept that investments in their HRD programs are a wise and strategic choice. Functions of Human Resource Development Organizations that elect to establish and invest in a formal HRD function are making a commitment to provide their employees with the skills necessary to meet current and future job demands. Ideally, HRD activities should be planned for all employees, regardless of their positions, from the time they are hired through to the conclusion of their career with the organization. Organizations provide HRD activities in order to: • Support the organization’s mission and strategy. • Increase productivity. • Enhance workforce and organization flexibility. • Lower and remove performance deficiencies. • Increase employee commitment. • Lower turnover and absenteeism rates. • Make and keep the workplace safe. • Meet regulatory requirements. The organizational benefits th