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Succession planning: the key to a future-proofed workforce

Succession planning is a vital part of future-proofing a business’ long-term viability. But while most organisations have some form of planning in place, the question remains: are they truly planning for the future or are they focusing on finding a fix for their current issues?

Article by 18 June 2020

   

THE DILEMMA OF HIRING WORTHY INTERNAL SUCCESSORS FOR TOP LEADERSHIP POSITIONS WITHIN ‘TOO BIG TO FAIL’ ORGANIZATIONS (CRAVING FOR AN ENDANGERED SPECIES)

The atmosphere in the boardroom is tense and laden with an overwhelming burden of uncertainty.  Silence reigns with impunity across the assembled group of impassive faces.  Wearily, the Chairman’s voice takes the courageous route to an evocative conversation, ‘Time to take the vote.  Let’s see a show of hands’.  The decision is taken with an inevitable sense of forlorn resignation.  It’s time to find a new CEO…

Article by 24 April 2018

   

Discovering the world beyond succession planning

Succession Planning is increasingly being viewed as an organizational imperative to ensure timely availability of qualified and competent candidates who can take up the reins of critical leadership positions upon the availability of relevant vacancies.

Article by 18 October 2017