Human Resources

Human resources are the people who make up the workforce of an organization, business sector, or economy. "Human capital" is sometimes used synonymously with "human resources", although human capital typically refers to a more narrow view (i.e., the knowledge the individuals embody and economic growth). Likewise, other terms sometimes used include "manpower", "talent", "labour", "personnel", or simply "people".

A human-resources department (HR department) of an organization performs human resource management, overseeing various aspects of employment, such as compliance with labour law and emplo
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...while extraordinary products and unique services still afford a competitive advantage, the one advantage that stands the test of time...is people.
Mark Salsbury, Human Capital Management: Leveraging Your Workforce for a Competitive Advantage

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If you fulfill the wishes of your employees, the employees will fulfill your visions.
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