Despite being a core function in most organisations, human resource management (HRM) is often met with scepticism regarding its actual impact on performance and business outcomes. This scepticism raises concerns about the necessity of HR departments and whether their contributions translate into measurable benefits for businesses. This evidence review uses a rapid evidence assessment (REA) of the scientific literature to discover whether HR practices meaningfully influence organisational performance or key workplace outcomes such as turnover, absenteeism and employee engagement.

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