Sustainable Development and the Role of HRM: An Empirical Study of the IT Sector in India

摘要

This study highlights the various green initiatives from the HR functional units pertaining to IT sector in India. The fact that there is a growing concern amongst various companies towards environmental sustainability makes this study most relevant. We used a set of variables, obtained from an Exploratory Factor Analysis, each of which denoted initiatives and practices designed by HR departments across the IT companies in India. Variables like training and development, employee autonomy and E-HRM and Charity programs play a significant role in promoting sustainable development in the organization.