Building a viable corporate training plan is no small feat. But with the right partner, you can build customized programs and workshops designed to bring your organization’s unique needs and objectives to the forefront.
A global leader in materials, solutions, and chemicals, Solvay is a true testament to what the right team can accomplish.
Solvay began working with CMOE in the early 2000s. This 20+ year partnership encompassed several training programs such as a Manager Development Series (MDS) and a Coaching Toolkit using CMOE’s Coaching TIPS²™ workshop.
Overview
Due to the success of Solvay’s development programs, CMOE was invited to help design a multi-phased Supervisor Development curriculum.
The initial program was designed as a quarterly, 4-session series and delivered to Solvay locations across North America.
Business Needs
Solvay needed a robust and unified program that would equip supervisors with the knowledge and key competencies required to drive desired team outcomes.
Solvay’s Solution: Supervisor Development Series (SDS)
Data Analysis
Solvay collaborated with CMOE to craft a 4-part Supervisor Development Series. Topics for the curriculum were identified based on:
- Existing internal-needs data
- Needs analysis conducted by CMOE
Data-Based Topic Selections
After the data analyses, the following eight topics were established:
- Role of the Supervisor
- Communication Skills
- Coaching
- Performance & Development
- Conflict Management
- Team Effectiveness
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Delegation & Accountability
Actionable Training Resources
The curriculum topics were supported with:
- First-class training materials
- Practical how-to instructions
- Actionable tools supervisors can apply to their roles
Learning Reinforcement Tools
To reinforce the learning, participants:
- Completed reflection and application assignments
- Engaged in a development-planning process after each module
These activities ensure the learning is transferred back to the workplace and sustained over the long term.
The Results
The SDS program continues to be delivered to thousands of new and existing supervisors and team leaders across Solvay. It has been translated into more than 15 languages, with customization completed locally to align with global cultures and customs.
Participants leave the SDS program feeling prepared to meet and exceed their performance expectations. More importantly, they feel confident diving into their roles.
About Solvay
With the mission to reinvent progress, Solvay provides safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food, consumer goods, and more.
Solvay holds 99 locations in 61 countries, elevating its position to create sustainable shared value that impacts our daily lives.
Solvay
Rue de Ransbeek 310, Brussels, 1120, BE
https://www.solvay.com/en
