Orient Magazine Issue 71 - April 2019 | Page 70

Orient - The Official Magazine of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore - Issue 71 April 2019

Spark. The internet service provider uses an automated platform to suggest learning based on an employee’s KPIs on which skills they perform well, and which need improvement.

Delivering Talent-led Change

High turnover, low engagement and change fatigue all appear to be stalling progress. One in four of Asia’s executives are asking for employee metrics on burnout, while attrition is one of HR leaders’ top concerns when it comes to implementing change.
To ensure the Human Agenda is front and centre, HR should have a stronger voice in business transformation. It is encouraging that so many of Asia’s HR leaders get involved with planning the roll out of major change – the highest of the regions studied; 80% of China’s HR leaders do so and 62% in India, for instance. Yet, only two in five HR leaders say they currently participate in the early stage of transformation when ideas are scoped out. This needs to change. Mercer’s global data reveal that when HR is bold, the business benefits: 53% of high-growth organisations say HR is involved in kick-starting major change, compared to 39% of modest-growth organisations.

What is apparent throughout this year’s study is the need for connectivity – whether individuals feel connected to each other, to their work or to the brand. Successful organisations will be those that engage in active and generous dialogue with their people and seek to understand and inspire them in the year ahead.

About the AuthorS
Kate Bravery is a Partner and the Global Practices Leader for Mercer’s Career business. Her role involves strategizing growth opportunities for Human Capital Consulting, bringing new products to market and supporting the business’ professional practices; Talent Strategy, Mobility, Workforce Rewards, Executive Rewards, HR Transformation and Communication.

Puneet Swani is a Partner and the Career Business Leader for Growth Markets. During his 18+ years of consulting experience, Puneet has provided advice to leading local and multinational organizations across more than 25 countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa.

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