Purpose – The aim of this paper is to use psychological contracts theory to explore performance management practices in Mexico paying particular attention to the impact of national culture, social and structural factors. Design/methodology/approach – The paper examines the content of...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study the effect that weak enforceability of property rights has on the human resource practices of firms operating in hostile business environment. Design/methodology/approach – This paper questions the role of the state as the only provider of...

Purpose – Labor contracts are built on the basis of different latent premises about expectations of the organizations and the workers. Paternalism is widespread in Latin America, and its diverse forms should be taken into account in the design of HR policies and management practices. The paper...

Purpose – The aim of this paper is to look at why and how HRM may take on a more strategic role within mergers and acquisitions (M&As) processes. Design/methodology/approach – The paper discusses the ABN AMRO Bank case. The Dutch bank first acquired one of the largest Brazilian banks and,...

Purpose – Using information and communication technologies to deliver human resource services (also known as e‐HRM) has become an important strategy for firms seeking to achieve a competitive advantage. A case‐based study was carried out with the purpose of investigating how four of the...

Purpose – The purpose of this case study is to illustrate the global risks facing an award‐winning company known for best practices in sustainability and HRM that, nevertheless, is challenged by a contentious land dispute with indigenous communities and numerous stakeholders....