Talent

While it makes sense during lean times to contain HR-related administrative costs, HR and corporate leaders should also re-imagine the HR role as one that can add value to the corporate bottom line.

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The future of work and the workplace Human resources, as a discipline, stands at a crossroads. We explore three different scenarios of how and where people will do their jobs in 2020.
10Minutes on managing diversity We convened over 700 business leaders to discuss diversity. The consensus: Companies that effectively manage diversity now will emerge with a competitive advantage when the recovery sets in. Related podcast
View: spring 09 - Why diversity - why now? Companies are discovering that, to best position themselves for the next business cycle, they need to do what it takes to ensure that their workforce is a reflection of our diverse nation.
View: spring 09 - Bringing new talent on board A recent survey of directors reveals challenges in building boards with qualified directors.
10Minutes on rethinking pivotal talent Organizations are seeing change initiatives happening at many levels. The environment requires a new approach to agility and business strategy — an approach that is key to thriving amid change — not just surviving it. Related podcast

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Managing diversity
In order for diversity efforts to be successful, they must entail more than just initiatives or stand-alone programs that can be toppled by budget cuts or become victims of lethargy. Companies that cultivate cultural dexterity within their organizations now will be better equipped to weather today's many challenges and to emerge with a competitive advantage when the economy recovers. 10Minutes on Managing Diversity voices PwC's point of view on diversity and how cultural dexterity is key to creating sustainable competitive advantage.

Rethinking pivotal talent
According to PwC rethinking pivotal talent is the right people driving the right strategy in good times and bad.