Harvard Business School posts an interesting commentary on business. This same "KNOW WHY?" question is the same question we often ask when it comes to HR, Human Capital Management and Talent Management technologies.
Executive Summary:
There's know-how in business and then there's "know why." Purpose is a powerful motivator on many levels. Can we aspire to a strong sense of "know why" even if our organization is not out to change the world?
We often ask clients:
Why are you investing in technology? * Is it aligned to your corporate business objectives? ** Do you know what your corporate business objectives are? ** Do you know and understand how HR impacts those objectives? ** Is it important to be aligned with corporate objectives?* Do you ask your self "why" you are investing the way you do in HCM technology and what would happen if you didn't?
There are too many areas that we can invest in and focus on in the complex world of managing people to focus on areas that don't matter.
A good rule of thumb for February and beyond - ask yourself WHY not just WHAT and measure the WHY factor on every action you take when it comes to HR and Talent.
Another infusion of knowledge..
Link to Is There Too Little "Know Why" In Business? ��� HBS Working Knowledge
