Talent Operations System
Why talent operations exists and what problems it solves for consulting firms
StableUpdated 2026-02-031 min read
Talent Operations System
What this section covers
This section establishes the foundational concepts of talent operations as a systematic approach to connecting sales demand, capability planning, and financial outcomes.
Pages in this section
- What is Talent Operations - Definition and scope
- Why COO/CFO Own This - Executive responsibility
- Talent Ops as a System - How all pieces connect
Who this is for
COOs, CFOs, and CEOs of consulting firms (50-500 people) who need to systematically connect talent decisions to business outcomes.
What you'll learn
- Why talent operations is an operational system, not HR process
- How talent decisions impact revenue, margin, and risk
- The framework connecting demand, capabilities, economics, and execution
This section provides context for all other sections. Start here if you're new to talent operations.