Integrative function: This is the stage when the competitive success of the organization involves HRM significantly in an integrated manner, and demands such capabilities from the HR specialists. Their roles shift from a facilitator to a functional peer with competencies in other functions, and are recognized as an equal partner by the others. The typical HRM in this case is geared to contribute to organizational objectives of profitability for monitoring employees’ satisfaction, since it is seen as surrogate to customer satisfaction.