Effective HRM Implementation by Line Managers: Relying on Various Sources of Support. Issue 2 (28th January 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Op de Beeck, Sophie; Wynen, Jan; Hondeghem, Annie
• Is Part Of: International journal of public administration. Volume 40:Issue 2(2017)
• Page Start: 192
• Page End: 204
• Publication Date: 2017-01-28
• Subjects: Fractional response model -- HR devolution -- HRM implementation -- line managers -- support; Public administration -- Periodicals; 351.05
• DOI: 10.1080/01900692.2015.1075553
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0190-0692

Abstract

ABSTRACT: We explore one of the key underlying mechanisms that mediate the HRM–performance link, namely HRM implementation by line managers. The purpose of our study is to examine the role of various sources of support in explaining effective HRM implementation by line managers. Results indicate that HR, supervisor, and coworker support are relevant in explaining line managers' HR role performance. In addition, younger line managers and those with greater supervisory experience are found to perform better in their HR role. Hence, organizations should consider developing a broad support network to ensure effective implementation of HRM by line managers.