As the value of human capital for creating organizational competitive advantage has increased, so have the potential contributions that Human Resources, Organizational Development and Learning Professionals can bring to the business enterprise. EDP believes that these professionals are most effective when their talent development programs combine ‘academic excellence’ with ’curriculum flexibility’ and ‘strategic alignment,’ an approach that the founders of EDP have fine-tuned over the past decade. Consequently, EDP helps Human Resources, Organizational Development and Learning Professionals perform as ‘Strategic Business Partners’ to the operating units of their organizations.
Traditional Approach |
EDP Strategic Approach |
Nice to have, especially in good times |
Must have, especially during challenging times of corporate renewals, right-sizings, restructurings, integrating acquisitions, industry consolidation |
Executive time away from the daily business |
Executive time invested in the strategic business imperatives |
A burden on top management |
Top management engagement is essential |
Cost-based |
Value-based |
Routine |
Business strategy driven |
Focus on content |
Focus on 3 C’s: competencies - content – cultural context |
One-off design |
Continuous alignment with evolving business strategy |