A study on Mapping Core Competencies and development of Employees for Excellence with reference to HCL Technologies

Abstract

In today’s competitive world it is becoming very important to build on the competitive activities of the business, particularly regarding what competencies a business needs to have in order to compete in a specific environment. In performing or carrying out work, it is essential that the  required job skills first be articulated. This information not only helps to identify individuals who have the matching skills for doing the work but also the skills that will enhance the successful performance of the work.  Yet often to perform well, it is not enough just to have these skills. It is also critical to complement the skills with the necessary knowledge and attitudes. These skills, knowledge and attitudes required for the work are usually collectively referred as competencies. This article is a pilot study done in-depth for assessing the competencies possessed by the employees in an unbiased manner, also to find out the gap between the present competencies and expected competencies of the employees at  HCL Technologies, Chennai.