What are the secret ingredients when implementing an HR operating model? In this episode of the HRchat show, we highlight some of the key steps needed to design and transition to a future state operating model successfully.
The guest in HRchat episode 599 is Dr. Dieter Veldsman, Chief Scientist: HR and OD at AIHR (Academy to Innovate HR AIHR).
Questions for Dieter include:
- You are an award-winning HR Executive and Psychologist, CHRO of the Year 2021, Organizational Design and Development expert, and a keynote speaker. Please introduce yourself.
- You and I connected because I saw a post by you on LinkedIn called “What are the secret ingredients when implementing an HR Operating Model?” Before we get into the lessons you shared, can you explain why organizations should consider moving away from traditional HR operating models and “letting go of the past and embracing a new paradigm and ecosystem operating models”?
- In the same post, you share 10 ingredients for success. Can you run through each of and explain why they matter?
- In a post on HRD called ‘Becoming the CHRO of tomorrow: Essential skills for today’s HR Leaders’ you suggest HR leaders must develop five domains of expertise to become tomorrow’s strategically impactful CHROs. Tell us more.
More About Dr Dieter Veldsmen
Dieter is passionate about ideas, human behavior, and business. He has dedicated his career to the field of Work Psychology and Human Resource Management. With over 15+ years of experience, he has combined his interests to guide organizations in creating desirable workplaces that foster employee satisfaction and retention.
Throughout his journey, he has worked with diverse organizations across EMEA, APAC, and LATAM. He has held executive-level positions such as Group Chief People Officer, Director of Consulting Services, and Chief Research Scientist.