Succession planning is a critical business process that is consistently identified as one of the most important initiatives by senior executives. Despite the importance of this process, succession planning methods continue to fall under scrutiny. No one best approach that will meet the needs of every organization currently exists. Companies have many different needs when it comes to succession planning. For example, global versus domestic organizations may track and utilize very different criteria in their succession planning process and may subsequently need very flexible supporting technology. This Webcast will review emerging trends and best practices in succession planning, as well as discuss potential obstacles in the implementation of new processes. Real world examples will highlight the unique ways in which organizations can use technology to quickly and effectively implement succession planning activities, including talent assessment, the integration of organizational performance data, the identification and tracking of talent, the identification of specific career paths and individualized development planning. Human resource leaders can apply these emerging best practices to their own unique environment as they seek to tackle the challenge of succession planning.