Lean But Agile: Rethink Workforce Planning and Gain a True Competitive Edge
- 4h 4m
- James Graber, Neil McCormick, William J. Rothwell
- AMACOM
- 2012
As organizations strive to maximize efficiency to meet stringent budgets, a general "do more with less" mandate is no longer sufficient. Managers and executives must evaluate every process and every role, and do away with assumptions about how work gets done and who does it. Lean but Agile presents a system for analyzing work and selecting the ideal combination of cost-effective resources-employees, consultants, contractors, temporary workers, vendors-to accomplish it. The book advocates changes in hiring, goal-setting, learning and development, and performance management, and discusses the introduction, implementation, and management of lean work and agile staffing methods. It also explores the fundamental role technology can play in the transformation. Packed with practical advice, examples, guides, worksheets, diagrams, and metrics, Lean but Agile will help leaders, managers, and human resource professionals optimize their workforces while still achieving superior results.
About the Authors
WILLIAM J. ROTHWELL is professor of Workplace Learning and Performance at The Pennsylvania State University and President of Rothwell & Associates, a business consultancy.
JAMES GRABER is Managing Director of Business Decisions, Inc., a talent-management technology and software company.
NEIL McCORMICK, a Senior Vice President at Talent2, has 30 years’ experience in international management, human resources, and consulting.
In this Book
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An Introduction to Lean but Agile Work and Workforce Planning
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Optimize the Work
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Create a Talent Pool for a Lean but Agile Workforce
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Optimize the Workforce
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Optimize the Future Work and Workforce
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Manage and Maintain a Lean but Agile Workforce
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Bring Lean but Agile Work and Workforce Planning into your Organization
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The Future of Lean but Agile Work and Workforce Planning
