War For Management Talent In China: LEOX Design Partnership Case Solution And Analysis, HBR Case Study Solution & Analysis of Harvard Case Studies

IMD-3-1879 © 2007
Fischer, William A.; Chung, Rebecca

This instance is part of the entourage of teaching materials which uses China as an example of the managerial implications resulted from the so called War for Talent; and is intended to create insights into “how to best play with the talent game” in China; or elsewhere. We aim to create an interactive and rich class discussion of the problems raised among seasoned company practitioners; by embracing a variety of fascinating teaching formats: an opening note; four instances; an “appraisal activity” and a video. In particular; this instance features a private enterprise that is a start-up in a niche company that is still in its infancy in China – architectural lighting design services. In 2005; Dr Lei Fu returned to China to set this design house up of becoming an international leader with the dream. Nevertheless; with an almost entire absence of veteran talent in this business throughout China; Dr Fu had to source an experienced project manager from Europe. Within two years; LEOX Design has gained a worldwide reputation. By riding on the business, initial success is used; Dr Fu has to hire more direction talent; with foreign experience and strategic thinking; to turn his dream into reality.

War For Management Talent In China LEOX Design Partnership Case Study Solution

Dr Fu knows that while locating individuals with the characters his wants are not easy enough; locating folks who understand both the company and architectural lighting design is going to prove even more challenging. He has little choice; thus; but to make some important tactical decisions as to how he will develop the managerial capabilities the firm so badly desires. Learning objectives: Among the critical problems in talent management to be addressed in this suite of teaching materials; the following are the most central for the learning of class participants: Since sizing up potential candidates is the first and most essential measure of talent management; what features should a business leader look for to meet the competence requirements now and to prepare for the future? What would be some creative and achievable practices to source; pull; develop and retain management talent? This case series was the 2007 EFMD award winner in the class “Coming Chinese Global Competitors”.

Subjects: China; Human resources; Leadership succession; Talent management; Emerging markets
Settings: China; Architectural lighting design; 15; 2007