A company has implemented the following: • Competency-based recruitment • Structured onboarding • Continuous learning through the 70–20–10 model • Behaviour-based performance appraisal • Variable pay linked to competencies • Leadership pipeline for succession planning The organization is MOST clearly applying which HR philosophy?

A High-Performance Work System (HPWS) is an integrated set of mutually reinforcing HR practices designed to improve employee capability, motivation, and opportunity to contribute. The practices listed—competency-based recruitment, continuous learning, behaviour-based appraisal, performance-linked pay, and leadership development—are classic components of HPWS. Why other options are incorrect A. Administrative HRM – Emphasizes compliance and routine personnel administration. B. Personnel Management – Traditional approach focused on staffing and record-keeping rather than strategic integration. D. Scientific Management – Centers on work standardization and efficiency, not integrated talent management. E. Welfare Management – Focuses primarily on employee welfare measures rather than strategic HR systems.