Talent management: ensuring your people give you the competitive edge

Abstract

Purpose

HR and people management have become increasingly important in the current economic climate. This paper examines how these key issues are approached.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the article in context

Findings

The study confirmed that well‐managed talent is crucial for success in the highly competitive global drugs market.

Originality/value

Assessing leadership potential, retaining talent and evaluating the cost of recruiting senior executives were all identified as key issues for today's life sciences executives.

Citation

Stephens, N. (2010), "Talent management: ensuring your people give you the competitive edge", Strategic Direction, Vol. 26 No. 7, pp. 3-5. https://doi.org/10.1108/02580541011048948