Strategic Talent Management Frameworks for Improving Employee Productivity and Retention

Authors

  • Zainab Khalid Department of Management Sciences Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan

Keywords:

Strategic Talent Management, Employee Productivity, Employee Retention, Talent Development, Workforce Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Engagement, Organizational Performance

Abstract

Strategic talent management has become a critical approach for organizations seeking to improve employee productivity, strengthen workforce capabilities, and enhance long-term employee retention. In competitive business environments, organizations must move beyond traditional human resource practices and adopt integrated talent frameworks that focus on talent acquisition, development, engagement, and succession planning. This study explores strategic talent management frameworks and their role in improving employee performance and reducing turnover intentions. The article highlights how effective talent identification, continuous learning opportunities, career development pathways, and employee recognition systems contribute to organizational sustainability. The findings suggest that organizations implementing structured talent management practices achieve higher workforce commitment, improved productivity, and stronger retention outcomes. Strategic talent management provides organizations with a sustainable advantage by aligning employee capabilities with organizational objectives

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Published

2017-03-31

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2017): Recent Issues in Human Resource Management

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