Methodology

 

Similar to any IT project, the likely hood of success in a search (full time or consulting) is greatly enhanced by following a proven methodology for planning and executing the steps necessary.  BPS' methodology follows a consistent, time-tested process that  is divided into four phases, ensuring the optimum results at the end of each phase. 

 

PHASE ONE - Plan & Research

During our initial phase we review our client's particular industry, markets, organization, and technical information  regarding the position to be filled. We also seek to understand  the company's environment, which includes learning about the work  atmosphere and personalities of the people this person will work  for and with, as well as coming to know what causes individual success  or failure at this firm and thoroughly understanding the vision  of the company. If confidentiality allows, we spend time with the  supervisor and peers of the position in order to determine the management's  style and personality.  Since our goal is to find someone in whom  the boss will have confidence, both in ability and in style, this  part of the process is crucial.

 

PHASE TWO - Source, Recruit, Screen & Interview

Once the position specification is approved by BPS’ management, we then begin the search for those individuals with closely matching qualifications.  BPS does not utilize the typical search methods of posting positions on job sites or in the newspaper.   It is our practice to search comparable companies in the industry and to use a direct and proactive approach in locating qualified candidates who have well-established patterns of accomplishment and success in a similar position.  This process is designed to yield several qualified candidates to compare and evaluate competitively against each other and against competency profiles of peers within the company.

 

Qualified candidates are thoroughly interviewed to obtain a realistic and comprehensive understanding of accomplishments, capabilities and potential.  Prior experience and education are verified.  Reference checking also occurs later in the process.

 

PHASE THREE - Present Candidates

Once we have thoroughly evaluated the candidates, we prepare and present to the client written presentations on three to four of the most qualified individuals. The Candidate Presentation Packet which is presented to the client consists of a standard form resume which is clear and easy to follow and accounts for the complete employment history. We also include a narrative candidate profile which discusses specific skill areas, experiences and accomplishments most critical to the client company. This profile expands upon the more general resume and highlights those key areas in a way to clearly demonstrate that the candidate has a track record that reflects the needs of the client company.

 

PHASE FOUR - Mediate Offer and Close Engagement

BPS coordinates client interviews and is prepared to assist, as required, in establishing and presenting the terms of the offer to the selected candidate.  Through our interview process, we elicit all candidate issues and concerns so that our corporate clients are prepared to make offers that can be accepted without extended negotiation, that there are no surprises late in the search process and so that a positive rapport can be maintained between the client company and the candidate.  BPS provides any necessary transition assistance to assure smooth entry into the new position and new environment and we maintain contact during the first six to twelve months in the new position.