Manpower planning: It determines the number and kinds of manpower required to fill the various posts in the firm or organization.
Recruitment: Recruitment and selection of eligible and competent people through various agencies like newspapers, placement drives, recruitment agencies etc.
Training and development: Training and development of employees so that they can perform their duties efficiently.
Performance appraisal: Appraisal of performance of all the employees so that the corrective steps can be taken on time to enhance the performance of the company. Employees can also be transferred from one department to another.
Motivation of employees: The hardworking and good performing employees can be given incentives and promotion to motivate them.
Welfare of employees: Providing the good working conditions and amenities like canteens, housing, medical facilities etc. The employees must be given sufficient wages so that they can achieve higher standards of living.
Review of personnel policies: Time to time review of personnel policies and practices of an organization.