This document discusses the organizational location of human resource management (HRM) departments and best practices in HRM. It notes that the optimal structure varies by organization's environment, goals, and decision-making needs. When HRM is merged with other units or neglected, it hinders integrated HR policies and strategic planning. The top issues for HRM's organizational location today are speed, technology, and aligning organizational culture with values, heroes, rituals, and communication. Establishing a competent HRM team through training can create an effective HR system. Ultimately, an innovative capacity is more important than location for managers.