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Impact of HRM Practices on Organizational Sustainability

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 Alpna Tiwari1,* ORCID logo 

1Research Scholar, School of Commerce and Management, Nirwan University Jaipur, Rajasthan – 303305 (India)
*Corresponding Author: alp_alka@yahoo.co.in

Received: 13 December 2024 | Revised: 26 December 2024

Accepted: 27 December 2024 | Published Online: 15 January 2025

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15108414

© 2025 The Authors, under a Creative Commons license, Published by Scholarly Publication

Abstract

The cornerstones of enhanced performance and sustained competitive advantage are material assets, human capital, and organizational resources. Businesses can achieve sustainability goals and differentiate themselves from the competition by integrating green initiatives with human resources management (HRM) strategies. This study examines the effects of a number of HRM practices on an organization’s long-term sustainability, including hiring, training and development, management of performance, employee engagement initiatives, and green HRM policies. The study looks into how these practices affect sustainability outcomes including improved company reputation, increased employee retention rates, and less of an influence on the environment. This Study has used quantitative data from a thorough review of peer-reviewed journals, including Wiley Online Library, ScienceDirect, Emerald, and Sage Publications. The findings demonstrate the importance of sustainable HRM practices in developing an employer brand that appeals to both current and prospective employees while maintaining a consistent corporate image. By identifying gaps in the literature, this study provides useful insights and a research roadmap for future investigations into the dynamic interaction between HRM practices and organizational sustainability.

Keywords

HRM practices, organizational sustainability, environmental sustainability, sustainability

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A. Tiwari, “Impact of HRM Practices on Organizational Sustainability,” Commercia 1(1) (2025) 251002. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15108414

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