This document provides an in-depth understanding of the purpose and functions of HRM in workforce planning and resourcing. It explores different approaches to recruitment and selection, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses. The benefits of HRM practices for both employers and employees are discussed, along with an evaluation of their effectiveness in raising organizational profit and productivity. The importance of employee relations in influencing HRM decision making is analyzed, and key elements of employment legislation and their impact on HRM decision making are identified. The document also provides examples of the application of HRM practices in a work-related context.