Phases of Talent Management
      
										
					
Why Talent Management/Succession Planning? DOD Talent Management enables management of Senior Executive Service (SES) members at the Enterprise Level, supports growth and development of talent from within the Component/agency, and identifies bench strengths for positions. The DOD Talent Management and Succession Planning process:
- Identifies readiness levels and existing gaps
 - Develops existing SES members to meet future needs
 - Aids in retention
 - Avoids negative mission impact
 - Informs the agency of the need to attain talent
 

During the Talent Management Panel phase, the panel develops slates that:
- Serve as indicators of bench strength
 - Identify candidates to fill a vacancy within the next 12 months
 - Present career-broadening opportunities to advance experiences of the workforce
 - Promote greater feedback to SES and allows for deliberate development