Accurate assessments are strategic tools that can be used to provide analysis and feedback for identifying and developing high potential executives, selection of successful candidates, defining organizational talent needs, pre and post-merger/acquisition leadership evaluation and providing the information needed to put the right talent in the right position. Alta Mesa Group offers the following assessment tools and processes.
This process evaluates top talent to determine competencies, strengths and areas for professional development. Gaps are identified between the leadership team’s current skills and those needed for the future. The process provides a clear bench building strategy.
In assignments where the candidate will play a key role, Alta Mesa Group recommends an assessment process tailored to determine how each candidate measures against the organization’s critical needs and how the individual will complement the talent of the executive team. Selection Assessments are used to identify a match between the organizational talent needs and the candidate with the skills and experience to succeed in the role.
The 360-degree assessment process involves collecting and interpreting data from multiple perspectives from the boss, peers, direct reports and even customers on the executives management and leadership styles, communication style, interpersonal skills, decision-making and functional areas of competence. This feedback allows executives to gain an understanding of how others within the organization view their strengths and abilities as well as areas that need development. This process can be utilized for individual contributors and teams.