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HR, ERP, and knowledge for competitive advantage
Author(s) -
LengnickHall Cynthia A.,
LengnickHall Mark L.
Publication year - 2006
Publication title -
human resource management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.888
H-Index - 94
eISSN - 1099-050X
pISSN - 0090-4848
DOI - 10.1002/hrm.20103
Subject(s) - enterprise resource planning , knowledge management , competitive advantage , stewardship (theology) , dual (grammatical number) , human resource management system , business , human resource management , process management , human resources , computer science , management , marketing , economics , art , literature , politics , political science , law
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are a strong fit with organizations dominated by routine, highly programmed technologies, and tightly regulated operations. However, while these settings are best suited for ERP implementation, they also have the greatest difficulty making use of the knowledge ERP systems generate because of their inherent rigidity, inertia, and resistance to change. This article examines how human resource management practices can help a firm overcome the problems and capitalize on the opportunities that ERP technology presents by facilitating an effective dual‐core structure through an emphasis on knowledge management, human capital stewardship, and relationship building. © 2006 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.