The Impact of Human Resources Practices on Organizational Performance: Mediating Role of Supply Chain Operational Performance Among Pakistani Smes

Abstract

Purpose: The primary aim of this quantitative study was to test the impact of the cultural capabilities and training & Development on Organizational Performance of Pakistani SMEs. In order to achieve the goals of the study, literature review has been done; tools and seven hypotheses were developed.   Methodology: data have been collected through structured self-administered questionnaire adopted and adapted from the earlier similar studies.  Based on 62 itemized survey, data have been collected from 379 Pakistani SMEs situated in ten cities. A pilot study was conducted and data analysis techniques as; Descriptive, Pearson Correlation, Regression, Convergent Validity, Discriminate validity, Composite reliability, Partial Least Square through Structural Educational Modeling, are employed to check the reliability, validity of model fitness and testing the hypotheses.     Conclusion: Study methodologies can include structural equation modelling and enhanced monitoring of supply chain management as well facilitating to their success can be resulted from the continued research in this area, as well as application of the model to different enterprises and situations.   Implications: This study provided guidance and controlling panel for the Small and Medium Enterprises Authority (SMEs) of Pakistani government at first place as it advises either SMEDA should pay attention to modernize SMEs with the help of technology and influence performance of industry. Future study may employ other methodologies to evaluate and confirm the currently presented casual links.