This book focuses on digitalised talent management—the use of information technologies in talent management. The book affords theoretically, methodologically and empirically informed insights that are especially salient given the need for executives and organisations to balance the role of humans and technology, while ensuring competitiveness in this interconnected and increasingly digital world. In doing so, the book will shape and contribute to academic and industry-based conversations about the role of technological innovations in enabling organizations to transition towards digital ways of organising talent, as well as the associated implications for the who, what, where, when, and why of talent management as stakeholders decide which aspects of talent management can be delegated to technology, and those that require human agency. This book adds value by assembling subject matter experts currently siloed within traditional research domains whilst also highlighting the complexity of managing talent. By synthesising content from world-leading academics who herald from various backgrounds, the book will instigate, shape and contribute to conversations about both the promises and perils of digitalised talent management and the extent to which judgments and decisions about an organisations most valuable asset—it’s talent—should be delegated to non-human agents. This book will be of interest to researchers, academics and students in the fields of talent management and organisational design, especially those interested in digital ways of working, managing and leading.

Digital Talent Management advances the concept of 'digital talent' and delineates strategies to attract, develop and retain them amidst large-scale digital transformation and an unpredictable future. It integrates existing, albeit fragmented, streams of scientific research on talent management and digital work, as well as empirical evidence from the information technology and communication industry. The book argues that digital talent is becoming increasingly essential to organizations across multiple industries and sectors. Organizational success will therefore depend on the ability to attract and develop digital talent in ways that support digital talent retention. The authors call for a new, specific breed of talent management, referred to as 'digital talent management' (DTM). DTM addresses the questions of what characterizes digital talent, and how these distinctive characteristics should be integrated into organizational talent management strategies and practices in a human-centered way. Sorin Dan (Ph.D., KU Leuven) is postdoctoral researcher at the University of Vaasa, Finland. Dr. Dan's expertise includes talent management, administrative reform and innovation studies. Diana Ivana (Ph.D., Babeș-Bolyai University) is lecturer at Babeş-Bolyai University and HR manager at NTT DATA Romania. Dr. Ivana's work centers on talent management, quality management and entrepreneurship. Monica Zaharie (Ph.D., Babeș-Bolyai University) is associate professor at Babeș-Bolyai University. Dr. Zaharie's expertise includes human resource management, talent management and international assignments. Daniel Metz (Ph.D., Babeș-Bolyai University) is CEO at NTT DATA Romania and associate lecturer at Babeș-Bolyai University. Dr. Metz was previously the founder and CEO of EBS Romania, a company founded in 2000 and acquired by NTT DATA in 2013. Mihaela Drăgan (Ph.D., Babeș-Bolyai University) is professor and head of the department of economics and business administration in German language at Babeș-Bolyai University.

This book highlights the importance of talent management practices in recruiting, developing and retaining talented professionals in the digital and IT&C industry. It unpacks the distinctive characteristics of ‘digital talent’ represented by a wide spectrum of professionals and managers with digital abilities, competencies and skills who add considerable value to organizations and industries worldwide. It shows that despite digital talent’s increased variety and significant contribution to digital transformation processes, much of the existing human resource and talent management research and practice fail to account for their distinctiveness. This book calls for the need for a new kind of talent management, referred to as ‘digital talent management’ (DTM) that is applicable to digital talent and decidedly integrates digital talent’s distinctive characteristics into talent management strategies and practices in a human-centered manner. Drawing upon existing, yet disconnected, streams of literature and empirical evidence derived from the information technology and communication (IT&C) industry, this book defines digital talent and delineates strategies to attract, develop and retain them for an uncertain and renewed future.

Recruiting, selecting, retaining and developing great people are essential for any successful business. And the combination of digital transformation and post-pandemic work realities presents major challenges for all organisations. This book provides best practice talent management guidance for businesses undertaking digital transformation or facing digital disruption. Taking the reader through the stages of talent acquisition, selection, retention and development, this practical and concise book: sets out, assesses and predicts how the digital revolution impacts talent management practices, and helps the reader navigate the journey from an analogue to a digital organisation; updates talent management concepts and illustrates these with examples and cases of best practice across the business world; and enables senior leaders, talent management professionals and managers to quickly access and implement key learnings through the use of practitioner point summaries and a set of Ten Top Tips in each relevant chapter. The book provides practical insights, grounded in research, into how to manage talent in a fluid and dynamic world of digital change and is aimed at senior leaders and managers, and the HR community. It clearly shows how organisations undertaking a digital journey need to flex and adapt their talent management processes.

In a disrupted and technology-enabled world of work, HR professionals' ability to attract, recruit and retain people with digital skills can be the difference between business success and failure. Digital Talent equips HR with the tools they need to assess what these critical skills are, how to attract the people who have them, keep these people engaged, productive and performing to the best of their abilities. It also provides crucial guidance on how to continuously develop employees, including leaders, to ensure that the organization has the skills it needs both for today and the future. This book provides advice on how to create new processes that are fit for purpose in the age of digital transformation, build inclusion when digital culture is becoming more prominent and use digital abilities effectively to maximise productivity while maintaining employee wellbeing. Digital Talent is the book on talent that HR , talent acquisition professionals and business leaders need to make sure that their people, and the business as a whole, stay ahead of the competition.

Talent management is a linchpin of organisational triumph in our dynamic and swiftly evolving business world. As a key decision-maker, your capacity to craft astute talent decisions holds the potential to transcend your company from mere mediocrity to unparalleled excellence. However, brace yourself for a revelation: Many of your long-held convictions about talent may be profoundly flawed. What if we shared a secret that could revolutionise your perspective? What if the gateway to unleashing your team’s boundless talents resides within your thoughts and judgments? Imagine the possibilities if you could harness exponential outcomes by elevating the calibre of your decision-making. In ReThinking Talent Decisions, Sharna Wiblen, PhD, presents an uncomfortable truth: Talent decisions are always subjective. Drawing on examples from business, sports, movies and everyday interactions, Sharna emphasises the importance of understanding complexity and encourages deliberate, intentional, and informed decisions and conversations around talent. This indispensable guide will give you insight into: The Power of Personal Judgment: Learn how your own perspectives shape the today and the future of work. The Complexity of Talent Decisions: Recognise the critical need for key decision-makers to collectively define talent in your unique context. The Human Element: Understand how harnessing your mind can propel you, your team, and your organisation to new heights. Perceptions and Values: Learn how aligning perceptions and values can revolutionise your approach. A New Paradigm: Realise that talent management is a judgment-oriented endeavour. Navigating the Intersection of Talent and Technology: Delve into the world of technology systems and understand how they bolster and shape talent decisions in today’s digital age. ReThinking Talent Decisions is your secret weapon for achieving unparalleled success in the ever-competitive corporate arena. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a rising star, the wisdom within these pages will empower you to master the art and science of talent decisions.

Renommierte Wissenschaftler, erfahrene Fuhrungskrafte und Unternehmensberater diskutieren die jungsten Entwicklungen auf dem Gebiet des Talent Management und die sich daraus ergebenden Implikationen fur die Forschung und die Unternehmenspraxis. Besonderes Augenmerk legen die Autoren des Herausgeberwerks auf die Ruckschlusse, die sich aus der zunehmenden Bedeutung des Digital Business fur die strategische Planung sowie die operative Umsetzung eines erfolgreichen Talent Management ergeben. Ein weiterer Fokus des Buches liegt auf den Folgen, die sich aus dem Mega-Trend der Digitalisierung fur die Fuhrung von Unternehmen ergeben. Der Sammelband konzentriert sich somit auf folgende zwei Schwerpunktthemen: Talent Management in a Digital World Leadership in a Digital World Das Buch richtet sich an Manager, Unternehmensberater, Geschaftsfuhrer und Vorstande in Unternehmen, sowie an Studierende und Dozenten, die sich mit den Folgen der zunehmenden Digitalisierung fur das Talent Management und fur Fuhrungskrafte in Unternehmen des 21. Jahrhunderts befassen. Wissenschaftlern bietet es zahlreiche Ansatzpunkte fur weiterfuhrende Forschung. Interessierten Professionals vermittelt es ein fundiertes Verstandnis uber das sich verandernde Unternehmensumfeld, in dem sich die Leader der Zukunft bewegen, sowie uber die sich daraus ergebenden Anforderungen, denen sie standhalten mussen. Das Herausgeberwerk zielt somit darauf ab, vielfaltige Anregungen fur eine bessere Anpassung des Talent Management sowie des Leadership an die sich verandernde Wirtschaftswelt zu geben.