Most professionals advocate the argument that innovation and change are essential components to any organisation’s survival; however it appears that many employees are continuously creating barriers to adopting best-practice methods.
It’s crucial, but we’re still skeptical!
Innovation is crucial to growth, profitability and a cutting edge, according to most HR professionals. However, a change-averse culture and skepticism from management holds them back from delivering and encouraging innovation throughout the company.
According to a study carried out by Korn/Ferry’s Futurestep, 74% of HR professionals globally admit that their organisation should be doing more to encourage innovation in recruitment and talent management. The study has revealed, however, that in the Greater China Region there is largely a corporate culture that is resistant to change, including a lack of buy in from senior- and management-level executives.
Difficult to implement
The survey observed that 42% of HR professionals feel that innovative methods of recruitment are crucial to securing the best talent. However, 40% of talent professionals in the Greater China Region claim they work within organisations that are resistant to changing existing methods and implementing new and innovative strategies.
“Talent and recruitment professionals in the Greater China Region recognise the value of innovation in the methods they use to attract and retain their best employees, but are faced with significant barriers that prevent them delivering on the talent demands of the business” said Chong Ng, Managing Director, Futurestep Greater China. He opined, “Organisations in Greater China are aware of the importance of attracting the best talent to the success of their business, but those in senior management roles need to be willing to embrace new methods to ensure employees are the very best and can develop in line with expectations.”
Paul Arkwright
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