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Exploration of The Context and Enablers of HRM Innovations in Dutch General Hospitals : An Empirical Study
Kremers, M.C (2016) Exploration of The Context and Enablers of HRM Innovations in Dutch General Hospitals : An Empirical Study.
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| Abstract: | Innovation is a hot topic in Dutch general hospitals, due to the increasingly business-like environment. This research explores innovations in HRM departments in these specific hospitals according to three types of innovations, employment, work, and organisational innovations. Next to presenting specific innovations found, this research focuses on sector- and organisation-related factors that possibly influence the occurrence and types of HRM innovations. Findings show a dominance of multi-type innovations, mostly combining employment and work innovations. Furthermore, findings suggest that increased communication and knowledge sharing through internal and external networks, and separate stimulation of younger and older employees within the organisations are likely to increase the occurrence and acceptance of innovative changes in hospitals. The highest threat presents uncertainty and reluctance of medical staff towards changes. This research suggests that HRM innovations mainly result from changes in the hospital’s environment and objectives, and they are not implemented for the purpose of being innovative. |
| Item Type: | Essay (Master) |
| Faculty: | BMS: Behavioural, Management and Social Sciences |
| Subject: | 85 business administration, organizational science |
| Programme: | Business Administration MSc (60644) |
| Link to this item: | https://purl.utwente.nl/essays/70906 |
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