This nucleus of responsibility for HRM is being shifted from specialists to all managers (Ezzamel et al,1996; p. 65), and is therefore in a position to advance the cause of the business. By becoming integrated with line management, HRM can become an important functional activity (Tyson, 1995; p. 165-166), rather than simply a "big hat, no cattle" role (Fernie et al, 1994). ... Whereas strategy was once the sole responsibility of line management, HR is becoming increasingly involved in developing and implementing the company's strategic plan (Dessler, 1997: p. 19; Nankervis et al, 1993: p....

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