Choosing one system to automate talent management in a company is very challenging since all these systems contain similar functionalities and all providers consider their own systems the best and the easiest. So, how to choose? Ask potential providers the following questions published by HR Development Blog.
1. What makes your product different from your competitors?
Ask providers to clearly explain the uniqueness of their products but watch out for marketing stories hiding reality. Then evaluate whether the uniqueness will be a benefit for you. It means knowing your priorities and future plans as well as realistically estimate the need for support from the provider.
2. How will your product improve our processes?
The system you will choose should not only automate your talent management processes but also make them more effective. Therefore, ask the provider to present examples of clients who have streamlined their processes using his system.
3. How can we be more successful thanks to your system?
Inquire how the provider will help you implement and use the system in practice. You will need some specific measures of success such as number of users, possibility of integration with existing technologies or meeting objectives in terms of process improvement.
4. Can you provide references?
References will help you discover things that may forget when negotiating the offer or that you have never thought of. Ask for specific references from customers who are similar to you as much as possible. At the same time, search for references yourself and keep in mind that what works elsewhere may not work for you.
After considering these questions, think about another fundamental thing, which is trust. Realize that you will work with the selected provider for along time. Can you trust him? How will you communicate with him in demanding and stressful times?
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