The document discusses the current state and future of human resource management (HRM) in Vietnam. It notes that HRM in Vietnam is underdeveloped and underpowered, lacking basic HR tools, expertise, and influence. It argues that for HRM to progress, it needs to be developed through training and empowered by being authorized to make strategic decisions and manage organizational change. The document outlines steps for HR managers to professionalize themselves and persuade top management to support needed changes to further develop HRM in Vietnam over the next decade.