Abstract
This study examined how employees perceive intended strategic goals and HRM at the ward level, and
if these perceptions generate the desired effects. The qualitative part of the research reveals that the
hospital pursues two strategic goals (i.e. quality and safety). Analysis of the questionnaire data (N = 576
respondents; 59 wards) shows that both climate dimensions could be distinguished. Results showed that
the perceived HR system does have a significant influence on both climate dimensions, suggesting that
the overall message of the HR system is important for creating strategic climates. Furthermore, the
climate for quality partially mediated the relationship between the perceived HR system and commitment.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 339-356 |
Number of pages | 18 |
Journal | Human Resource Management Journal |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |