One of the impacts of information technology (IT) is that it enables the creation of an informated
work place. However, developing an informated work place requires more than just the use of certain
hardwares. What is equally important is the adjustment in other aspects of organizational practice. This
paper examines the characteristics of the informated work place. The role of HRM practice in
developing the informated work place is discussed. Since Malaysia is positioning itself to be a major
player in the growth of IT, an examination of issues affecting the development of the informated work
place in Malaysia is undertaken. Specifically, this paper examines the ability of Malaysian
organizations to develop HRM practices needed to create the informated work place.
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