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Choose one of the provided case studies, either "Doing Crunches at Nestlé: Continuous Improvement of Human Assets" or "Google Search: Building the Program That Writes the Code to Find Female Talent," and analyze the decisions and strategies employed within the case. Reflect on whether you would make similar choices if it were your company, providing your opinion on the effectiveness and potential implications of those decisions. Consider alternative approaches or adjustments you might implement to improve outcomes or address concerns related to the case. Support your analysis with appropriate references that reinforce your insights and perspectives on organizational decision-making and strategic human resource practices.

In your opinion, strategic decisions such as continuous improvement initiatives at Nestlé or innovative recruitment algorithms at Google reflect a company's commitment to growth and competitiveness. If I were leading either organization, I would evaluate these strategies through the lens of both short-term gains and long-term sustainability. For instance, in the case of Nestlé, emphasizing ongoing employee development and asset optimization aligns with fostering a resilient workforce capable of adapting to market changes. Conversely, in Google's case, leveraging advanced algorithms for talent acquisition demonstrates a forward-thinking approach, yet raises ethical and fairness considerations that I would address proactively. I might implement additional measures to ensure diversity and inclusivity in recruiting practices or incorporate employee feedback to refine these strategies. Ultimately, the goal is to balance innovation with ethical responsibility, ensuring decisions support not only organizational goals but also the well-being of employees and stakeholders.

References

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  • Harrison, J. S., & PK, S. (2013). Strategic management in a global context. Journal of Business Strategy, 34(4), 14-22.
  • Kaplan, R. S., & Norton, D. P. (2001). The Strategy-Focused Organization: How Balanced Scorecard Companies Thrive in the New Business Environment. Harvard Business Review Press.
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  • Stiglitz, J. E. (2012). The Price of Inequality: How Today's Divided Society Endangers Our Future. W.W. Norton & Company.
  • Wright, P. M., & McMahan, G. C. (2011). Exploring human capital: putting 'human' back into strategic human resource management. Human Resource Management Journal, 21(2), 93-104.
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