Challenge 3
Turn talent into an ecosystem
How to centralise talent operations in a user-friendly way.
Challenge 3
Turn talent into an ecosystem
How to centralise talent operations in a user-friendly way.
of employees
say that they received no training whatsoever during
the past year.
of employers
say they currently lack the personnel needed to
get the job done.
Why the mismatch?
When talent management processes take place in silos, it’s easy to miss what—or who—is right under your nose.
Many employers slip into familiar patterns of using recruiters to look for talent outside the organisation, instead of trying to recognise or develop it internally. L&D programmes, once in place, are often self-directed over an indefinite period. When deadlines are looming, employees can feel the pressure to cancel the self-development events from their calendar in order to keep up with expectations.
It’s also worth considering that when HR directors put external talent first, this can lead to heavy reliance on temp and contract workers. Such groups will always feel a certain distance from company culture—and when they walk out the door, whatever expertise they have goes with them.
“Recognising the interconnection of talent practices is crucial. That means adopting a talent ecosystem framework and shifting away from fragmented talent approaches.”
Nathalie Stokmans, Recruitment Lead at SD Worx
How to re-align for the perfect match
We asked Nathalie Stokmans, Recruitment Lead at SD Worx
It’s important to recognise the interconnectedness of all talent practices. That means adopting a talent ecosystem framework, shifting away from a fragmented approach where recruitment, selection, development and performance are treated separately. Instead, the employee journey should become the focal point.
In today’s world of work, it’s important to greet new employees not only with material benefits, but also with a clear structure to support their growth, alongside diverse opportunities for self-development that genuinely inspire them.
3 ways to make it work
Define clear objectives
How can diverse talent processes work as one system, and reinforce one another in support of your HR, business and people goals?
Offer a seamless experience
Integrate talent processes like recruitment, learning, and performance management in a single sign-on environment.
