Why do organizations sponsor succession programs, and why should they?
The business drivers for succession management programs include concerns about terrorism, a globally aging population, explosive business growth in some regions of the world, and addressing key issues inside organizations, such as improving recruitment, development and retention, and managing downsizing effectively. This video reviews these drivers and discusses some reasons organizations are concerned about succession and talent and offer possible goals when making the business case for talent management and talent development.
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William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, RODC, CPTD Fellow
Rothwell & Associates, Inc.
William J. Rothwell, Ph.D., SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPLP Fellow
- President of Rothwell & Associates, Inc. (see www.rothwellandassociates.com), Professor, Penn State University, University Park, and owner of 6 small businesses
- His practice emphasizes all aspects of talent management and succession planning
- Conducts regular seminars on talent management, succession planning, and Organization Development
- Author of 170 books. His most recent book is about turnover reduction—Motivated to stay (2025).
- Member of Association for Talent Development and the Society for Human Resource Management
- Can be contacted at [email protected] or 814-234-6888

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