• Processes and Tools

Definition of the talent management process, its stakeholders and their roles on a local, regional and/or global basis; advise on choice of respective IT tools to be used; definition of schedule and internal communication, etc.

• Structures and Standards

Definition of company-wide standards with regards to development of talent, promotion, schedules, usage of third parties, evaluation scales, etc.

• Identification and Retention

Methods of how to identify and to assess talent. Definition of which criteria to be met. Development of ideas and plans about what to do in order to retain talent and to offer employees a structured and valuable career paths within the company.

• Target and Performance Management

Definition of target and performance management cycles, stakeholders and respective schedules. Creation of forms and evaluation scales. Training of stakeholders and participants accordingly.

• Training and Development

Definition of training and development programs for employees on different levels as well as respective budgets. Choice of appropriate third parties and respective schedules. Development of a general range of training offerings for employees.

• Career Planning

Set-up of a professionalized process with regards to mid- and long-term career planning for every employee. Making sure that succession plans are in place for every of the key positions in the company on a local, regional and global level. Develop a pool of key talent that is motivated, career ambitious and willing to take assignments on a regional and global level. Develop a program of cross-functional / cross-regional development possibilities for employees.