An assessment is the process of evaluating and documenting, usually in measurable terms, knowledge, skills, attitudes and beliefs.
A combination of behavioural and competency-based interviewing as well as psychometric tests, such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), to assess internal / external candidates against a predetermined set of client competencies to determine whether the individual needs, meets or exceeds them
Allows successful and accurate benchmarking internally as well as externally
Identifies high potential candidates and future leaders that must be retained within an organisation to ensure a talent pipeline
Identifies individuals that need to be nurtured as part of succession planning
Identifies “gaps” in competencies that can be corrected with the right leadership coaching, training and guidance
Avoids hiring disasters