Talent management: making it real
Development and Learning in Organizations
ISSN: 1477-7282
Article publication date: 20 February 2007
Abstract
Purpose
To explore ways in which organizations can take a systemic stance on talent management.
Design/methodology/approach
The article is based on work done in a variety of organizations plus research in HR functions.
Findings
The need is for a systemic approach to talent management. Just focusing on talent acquisition is misguided and unhelpful.
Practical implications
The article has real practical implications for leaders/managers and learning and development professionals in setting up a functional strategy for talent management.
Originality/value
The article will be of value to managers and learning specialists who are involved in talent management strategy.
Keywords
Citation
Cunningham, I. (2007), "Talent management: making it real", Development and Learning in Organizations, Vol. 21 No. 2, pp. 4-6. https://doi.org/10.1108/14777280710727307
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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