Human
Resource (HR) functions are key factor for business success
improved organizational performance. Yet, in many organizations,
the HR function has either not performed up to expectations
or has been unaware of its required role.
Hence, a thorough
evaluation of the HR function is imperative both to rejuvenate
it and to make it more business driven. HRD audit makes such
an evaluation possible by examining the adequacy and appropriateness
of the existing HRD systems, structures, styles, culture and
competencies.
"HRD audit is a comprehensive evaluation of the existing
human resource development strategies, structure, systems, styles
and skills in accordance with both short-term and long-term
business plans of the organization. In HRD Audit the skills,
styles, systems, strategies, structure is studied and analyzed
using a variety of methodologies like interviews, questionnaires,
available records, workshops etc. This evaluation helps the
organization have a clear understanding of the lacunae and better
align the HR processes with Business goals."
