Talent and Reward Management | Discussion

Running head: TALENT AND REWARD MANAGEMENT
TALENT AND REWARD MANAGEMENT
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Introduction
The primary objective of any business organization is to strategize and direct its
operations and functions in a manner so as to successfully achieve the organizational goals
and targets. There are several key elements which aid in the achievement of these goals,
including the formulation of strategic plans, efficient structuring, obtaining of information
required to carry out the business operations and integrating the interests of the employees
and other internal stakeholders. In this regard, rewards and recognition play an important role
in ensuring optimization of organizational efficiency (Ghosh et al. 2016).
Discussion
1. Key Elements of Strategic Alignment
The scope of strategic alignment involves the prioritization of the strategic elements of
the business operations of an organization (Kaplan 2007). The key elements of strategic
alignment involve the direction and purpose, delegation and structure, information and
control and a structure of rewards and recognition (Shields et al. 2015).
An evaluation of the case study shows that Atos has observed the four key elements of
strategic alignment mentioned above in order to meet their strategic objective of conducting
successful business operations through an improvement in the engagement and performance
of the employees. This has been ensured through the adoption of a rewards and recognition
structure that is aligned with the values and culture of the organization, inclusive of
employees from all the areas of the operation of the organization in the UK and Ireland.
2. Alignment of Strategy with Structure and Culture
Atos has incorporated the strategy of improving their system of rewards and
recognition so as to maximize employee engagement ad involvement. Such a strategy is