"Human resource management is a challenging function." Comment.

Human Resource Management is indeed a challenging function due to the following reasons:

1. Dynamic Nature of People — Managing human resources is challenging because of the dynamic nature of people. Unlike machines, people have sentiments, emotions and feelings that change over time.

2. People Cannot Be Treated Like Machines — Since people are emotional and rational beings, they cannot be treated like machines.

3. Administering a Social System — HRM is not simply managing people; it is administering a social system involving complex inter-personal and inter-group relationships.

4. Diverse Needs and Expectations — Different employees have different needs, expectations, attitudes and aspirations, which makes it challenging to satisfy everyone.

5. Constant Alertness Required — Personnel management requires a constant alertness and awareness of human relations and their importance in everyday operations.