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Human Capital is essential to master today’s challenges: you won’t make it without developing your team!

Challenges and needs of companies today

Survival and success in today’s VUCA-world require companies to continuously adapt to disruptions and rapid advancements in technology as well as to cope with uncertainty and complexity. To stay ahead, managers need to acquire new skills, but organisations need to support them in doing so. Furthermore, globalisation and increased M&A activity have shown that old ways of organising companies don’t work anymore: there is a need to adopt new models that prioritize the development of a higher level of soft skills in order to create a more resilient and agile workforce, one that is better equipped to navigate through major change. To succeed in today’s competitive business environment, companies must embrace change, invest in employee growth, foster a culture of continuous improvement & innovation, address critical skills gaps and ensure they have the necessary talent to succeed.

Sustainability, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) are further crucial challenges that employees care about deeply. Companies who don’t act risk losing talent and damaging their reputation. Moving to a more sustainable growth model and creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunities for all has become of utmost importance. This will enable organisations to attract and retain top talent and create a positive impact on society. But the transition is not easy: to make this change a reality, companies have to take bold action and integrate sustainability and DEI considerations into all KPIs, business decisions, processes, and practices, communicating openly and educating people on these topics.

Another important challenge facing companies in today’s competitive landscape is the ongoing War for Talent, especially for executive roles or high-in-demand sectors. To overcome this challenge, it is crucial for organisations to identify individuals with high potential and motivation from within their own ranks as those will be able to fill strategic positions. Additionally, they must proactively and systematically address talent and competency gaps to stay competitive. By prioritizing talent development and retention initiatives, companies can position themselves for success and prosper in a dynamic and ever-changing market.

Finally, businesses are also challenged by the rising incidence of Stress and Burnout in the workplace, which can negatively impact employee health, productivity, and overall company performance. The Great Resignation has caused major loss of talent, negatively impacting companies’ performance and culture. To address these challenges, companies must invest in their employees’ professional development and well-being, but also give priority to the development of emotional intelligence in managers and foster a culture that promotes empathy, transparency, open communication and psychological safety.

Assessing talent is the keystone of any talent management architecture

At the beginning of every cure, there is a diagnosis: assessments are powerful tools that can provide valuable information about strengths, weaknesses, areas for improvement and potential of employees. They can be used for a variety of purposes, such as selection, internal promotion, leadership development… Assessments can also help identify high potential individuals and provide a clear understanding of gap analysis. By using assessments systematically, organisations can make decisions based on evidence and implement appropriate development measures to bridge the gap between current competencies levels and what is required/expected, guaranteeing long-term success and a sustainable business model.

At AIMS, we understand that your employees are the very foundation of your organisation. That’s why we are dedicated to providing an assessment solution that:

• Offers high expertise & delivers in all languages/geographies: our consultants are experts in talent management, with international experience in projects involving multiple countries and fluency in various languages. They use the same processes and methodology, are certified in scientifically validated psychometric tools and are professional coaches
• Offers tailored evaluation approach: we draw on our international experience to deliver tailored and effective solutions at local level addressing the specific needs of each client
• Uses your competency framework: our unique solution is tailored to align perfectly with your organisation’s unique competency framework. With us, you can be confident that your talent management strategy will be fully optimised to meet the specific needs of your business and your employees
• Checks the fit with your company values: our unique solution ensures alignment with your company values, ensuring that your talent management strategy is not only effective but also reflective of your organisation’s core principles
• Commits to ethical, unbiased & accurate assessments: through our robust methodology and multiple assessment techniques, we ensure fair, non-discriminatory & comprehensive coverage of competencies and behaviours. To ensure fairness and objectivity, our assessment and development centres involve several assessors
• Gives you the flexibility to choose the appropriate solution for every specific situation combined with competitive volume pricing

Looking for a talent management solution that provides both quick wins and long-term results, drives performance and maximizes potential? Our assessments identify employee strengths, potential and weaknesses, provide a roadmap for improvement & help you make informed decisions. Of course, we can then also support you in the development and implementation of a variety of HR-projects to build on the results of your diagnosis.

Get in touch with one of our experts to explore our range of offerings for your assessment and development needs and receive all the necessary information to make the right choice for your organisation.

AIMS International Italia e Cegos Italia: una partnership strategica per gli Assessment e la formazione

AIMS International e Cegos Italia, società leader nella formazione aziendale e manageriale, hanno siglato una partnership strategica per offrire ai loro clienti soluzioni consulenziali di alto livello che integrino gli Assessment di sviluppo con gli interventi formativi, fattori chiave per il successo e la crescita delle organizzazioni.

Cegos Italia offre un’ampia gamma di soluzioni di apprendimento, sia a catalogo che su misura, per lo sviluppo delle competenze manageriali, professionali e trasversali. Si avvale di oltre 200 formatori e consulenti qualificati e certificati, che utilizzano metodologie didattiche efficaci e coinvolgenti, sia in modalità tradizionale che digitale.

La partnership tra le due realtà nasce dalla volontà di offrire ai clienti soluzioni personalizzate e innovative, basate sui più efficaci strumenti di misurazione delle competenze e sulle più recenti metodologie di apprendimento e trasformazione.

Grazie alla sinergia tra i servizi offerti, i clienti potranno beneficiare di una soluzione integrata e completa per lo sviluppo del capitale umano, partendo da una diagnosi accurata delle esigenze formative grazie agli Assessment di AIMS International Italia. Questi strumenti consentono di valutare capacità, potenziale, motivazione e competenze di candidati e dipendenti. A valle del processo i clienti potranno accedere ad un’offerta formativa di alta qualità, basata sulle più attuali sfide imprenditoriali e sulle aree di miglioramento individuate in fase di Assessment. Cegos Italia offre soluzioni di apprendimento innovative e personalizzate per trasformare le competenze in performance.

Cegos Italia e AIMS International Italia sono convinti che questa partnership rappresenti un’opportunità unica per crescere insieme e creare valore per le persone, le organizzazioni e la società.

Se vuoi saperne di più sulla partnership tra Cegos Italia e AIMS International, contattaci ora. Saremo lieti di rispondere alle tue domande e di illustrarti i benefici delle nostre soluzioni formative e consulenziali.

AIMS International colleagues gather in Bucharest for EMEA meeting focused on operational excellence and ESG best practices

AIMS International recently held its EMEA meeting in the vibrant city of Bucharest, Romania. The event, which took place from March 30 to April 1, 2023, brought together over 50 of the company’s top consultants from Europe, Middle East, and Africa regions, both in person and virtually.

During the meeting, Titti Hammarling, EVP EMEA, highlighted that the most important aspect of coming together in a meeting like this is to:

• Have our customers’ needs as a starting point for what we do.
• Create close alignment on our strategy.
• Nurture our culture and way of working.

To achieve these goals, there were inspiring guest speakers and sharing of best practices.  One of the highlights of the meeting was a brilliant session by Clare Mahon, MD Europe & Africa from the Association of Executive Search Consultants AESC. Dr. Yanos Michoupoulos our Senior Advisor Board Services also conducted a fascinating interactive session on ESG which was an eye-opener for everyone.

The meeting covered a wide range of topics, such as AIMS International’s acceptance into the UN Global Compact, client-centered dialogues on ESG, corporate governance, and more. In addition, the event gave the Partners an opportunity to meet and get to know our new partners from AIMS Norway and AIMS Ukraine in person.

Aside from the intensive business meetings, the AIMS International Partners and Consultants enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with old acquaintances and engage in social activities at some of Bucharest’s most intriguing venues, such as KANE and Hanu’ lui Manuc.

Overall, the event was a huge success. It gave AIMS International a chance to work together better across borders, share knowledge, and set the stage for reaching its strategic goals in the years to come.

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