Problem 1. How has the role of the Human Resource professional evolved to a role that is both administrative and strategic? Given what you have read, describe what you view as the overarching purpose of the Human Resource function. From your own workplace, do you see evidence of both administrative and strategic tasks that support the overarching purpose of HR?
Problem 2. The evolution of the Human Resource function has been propelled by contextual influences such as laws, regulations, globalization and technological changes. What, in your opinion, is the most forceful of the contextual influences that have driven the evolution of the HR function - taking it from an administrative role to the strategic role it plays in organizations today? Since the evolution of the role is continuing, share what you view as the contextual influences impact the function today. Include in your answer with examples from your own workplace if possible. You may also include examples from organizations you have knowledge of outside your own employer.