Designing and validating a strategic human resource management model in an electricity distribution company

The main purpose of this study is to design and validate the strategic human resource management (SHRM) model in the electricity distribution industry. In this regard, first, we proposed the initial model of SHRM practices, and then validate the proposed model. To do this, the prepared questionnaire was distributed among 168 managers and informed experts selected by stratified random sampling, and initial model was proposed by analyzing data obtained from 144 eligible questionnaires using exploratory factor analysis. Results of this stage reached to a model comprised of 30 dimensions and 5 practices including employment (human resource supplement), employeesʹ empowerment, performance management, compensation, and talent and succession planning. In the second stage, a prepared questionnaire was distributed in a sample of 180 people in order to validate the model. One hundred sixty eight questionnaires were returned and used for confirmatory factor analysis. Results of this stage confirmed the validity of initial model and its practices and related dimensions.