Planning to Execute: Locking in Value from SWP

Turning strategic workforce plans into real, valuable actions is a big part of what makes them successful. This session will share the story of how BHP did just that, making choices along the way to ensure their plans actually brought value to their organisation, instead of just sitting on a shelf.

This session is essential for SWP professionals as it offers a practical look at how to move beyond just making plans, to executing them in a way that brings real value. By looking at BHP's practical experiences and strategic choices, professionals can get a clearer idea of how to overcome common challenges and make their SWP efforts more effective and impactful. This session aims to provide the tools and insights needed to enhance strategic thinking, improve the execution of workforce planning efforts, and ultimately, bring more value from SWP initiatives to the organisation.

Creating good plans needs more than just solid data and strong recommendations. It's about setting up the right conditions in the organisation so decisions can be made, investments can be justified, and actions can be taken in a disciplined way. This involves thinking beyond just making a strategy. It includes having a supportive HR structure, getting buy-in from senior leaders, and having a clear tech strategy and plan for growth.

• Strategic choices required through your SWP journey 
• Structuring your operating model for enhanced delivery outcomes
• BHP's learnings (so far) – key capabilities and enablers.

• The key strategic choices and maturity journey when establishing and developing your workforce strategy capability
• Lessons learned and insights from BHP's approach.