So, to get three inquiries in one day, two of which were focused on pay-for-performance (looking for integrated performance and compensation management solutions) does not make a trend, but I thought it was interesting nonetheless (also that all of the clients were between 1,000 and 5,000 employees).  It was also interesting to hear the clients talk about replacing their Microsoft Word performance forms and Excel compensation planning spreadsheets as the main impetus for selecting new technology.  It was another confirmation point that we have a long way to go for strategic use of talent management applications and data.

On a side note, I had previously hinted that this blog may have a new home.  I can tell you that progress has been made and it is a near certainty.  I will provide more details when I have a firm date for the move.

Talent Management is definitely the hottest topic I see with clients right now.  Below is a chart that shows the breakout of inquiries by Client Type:

These percentages stay relatively consistent over time.  The results are a little bit skewed because I had a day last week devoted to an Executive Briefing for a single client.

Please let me know if you like the updated look.