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An evidence-based management (EBM) approach is an intrinsically critical perspective.  Here we should honour those rare organisations that have a long track record of managing their human capital well. The source of much of their success is likely to be that they are highly self-critical, always wanting to perform better. When we launched the Newbury Index in 2005 the only company on the list that was intrigued to learn more was Toyota – who were already in our Number 1 position.

The 10 criteria – based on a scoring system of 1 to 10 for each criterion, with a theoretical maximum score of 100.

1. A clear Vision with total dedication to achieving a crystallised Mission (‘We will be the Number 1’)
2. Highly ambitious with a culture of constructive, self-criticism
3. Long track record of success in creating value
4. A particularly mature, evidence-based, management philosophy and coherent strategy that recognises the importance of managing people as valuable capital.
5. A team spirit that encourages internal cooperation rather than conflict, destructive competition or seeking to blame.
6. A continuous improvement philosophy backed up with effective systems
7. An organic approach to organisation, process and role design that enables it to constantly adapt to rapidly changing circumstances whilst minimising potential damage to the business.
8. Responds very well to the unexpected vicissitudes of life (e.g. product recalls, natural disasters outside of their control)
9. An obsession with learning and innovating that is directly linked to value creation.
10. They avoid complication and keep things as simple as possible, wherever and whenever they can.

The Top 10in HCM

1.      Toyota

2.      Goldman Sachs

3.      Marriott Hotels

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If you wish to:-

1. Nominate a company/organisation, or a particular individual, for a Top 10 slot, and/or
2. Suggest better criteria than any of the 10 shown above

then please send your response to info@paulkearns.co.uk or add a comment here