Analyse the importance and challenges of integrating the international HRM function and organisational strategy in the multi-national organisation. How can the challenges identified be managed effectively? In considering your response to question 1, you will need to analyse the nature of IHRM, integration processes and multi- national organisation strategies and the likely implications of the options that require careful management. Your views and conclusions should be supported from the material in your reading, and as a guide should quote from 8 (or more) different sources in addition to the text. All quotes or other use of source material must be acknowledged according to the Harvard Referencing System. (Word limit 2000 – 2500)