1.To develop, implement and maintain a strategic approach to managing human resources in an organisation, it is essential to undertake research. Research and the analysis of information will contribute to planning and to the identification of achievable objectives and targets. What research would you undertake and what sources of data would you access? Give detailed responses.

2.How would that data be analysed and how would it contribute to strategic planning procedures for the HR function in the organisation? Give examples.

3.HR personnel need to be aware of the labour market options/ common options for sourcing labour supply. Explain what this means and what labour options might be available or required. You might, for example, consider full- and part-time employment, contractors, offshore or off-site workers etc.