Definition

Harvard Business Review (HBR) Definition:

“People management is the discipline of managing people in a way that they feel motivated, engaged, and productive at work.

CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) Definition:

“People management refers to the processes and practices that ensure the right people are in the right roles and are motivated, developed, and supported to contribute to the organization’s success.”

Deloitte Definition:

“People management is about leading and managing the workforce effectively to align their goals and activities with the organization’s objectives.