When implementing a new or a modified corporate strategy, or completing an acquisition, many businesses are
unable to pause before assessing the competence of the organization and the executives within it.
Alexander Hughes helps identify the strengths and development needs of management teams, according to the company's
strategy, based on in-depth interviews which enable internal benchmarking against external competitors.
Time is of essence, because your doubts can weigh on the team's performance
The process can be completed quickly and in conjunction with the senior management team and can be adapted to
meet the exact needs of the company.
Typically we use 10 to 15 criteria to assess each interviewee based on their Skill (do they
have this skill or experience and can they apply it to the work situation?) and Relevance (do
they need this skill in their current role?). Scoring each skill on a scale of 1 to 5, they can be measured
in comparison to the strategic needs of the company as indicated by the Board before the assessment process
begins.
Results of the assessment can be viewed on a group and individual basis to identify strengths but equally importantly
areas where the group may lack expertise or experience.
There is a core range of 10 qualities for each assessment:
• Strategic view
• Understanding of the organization
• Decision-making
• Leadership ability
• Team player
• Ambition
• Common sense
• Enthusiasm and Energy
• Perseverance
• Understanding of the competition
These can then be supplemented by others as is appropriate. For example, in a multinational business, cultural
sensitivity would probably be a necessary and key requirement. These additions to the core are discussed
and agreed with the senior team before the assessment process begins.
For more information, please consult our Board
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