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The Home Screen shows  summary info allowing you to focus on areas of concern.


Innovative screen layout means you can access all information held on an individual with just a couple of clicks.


Searching and filtering database entries is as simple as selecting previously input values from drop-down boxes.


Staff information can be viewed on various screens including this one showing competency scores.


Job information can also be stored and analyzed allowing you to find suitable candidates for specific roles very quickly.


Reports can be configured to show exactly the information needed.

Succession planning is a key factor in determining business success

The primary purpose of Succession Wizard is to simplify the whole succession planning process. It identifies potential succession gaps and assists in planning future staffing needs within your organization. It does this by using a powerful, yet user-friendly, interface making it a simple program to use and enabling you to easily and effectively undertake workforce planning.

Create your succession plan today 

A key benefit of using Successor Wizard over competitor products is that you can expect to be fully operational and producing effective succession plans within hours of implementing the solution. There is no need for expensive consultants to configure the software, or to purchase additional hardware, as the application is designed for standard Windows desktop PC's and can be setup within minutes of downloading.

Don't be reliant on retaining key staff

Succession planning, along with workforce management in general, is increasingly regarded as a growing influence in determining the success of an enterprise. If it is undertaken effectively then it can ensure that your organization has capable and trained managers to guide its growth.

With the move to flatter management structures, succession planning is insurance for when key people leave an organization. With fewer layers of middle management available to fill these key roles it is important that potential successors are identified early and given appropriate training so that when the time comes for their move to more senior roles disruption is minimized. 

Safeguard the future of your business

The important thing is to build a succession plan which is ongoing and durable rather than something which you just look at during the annual planning process. People are your most important asset and good workforce planning will give your business a clear performance and competitive advantage.

Organizations generally have a wealth of talent already working in different positions and levels throughout their business. This hidden resource needs to be identified and tapped as it is a key factor  in effective succession planning. Workforce planning allows you to know what skills and resources you already have at your disposal. Utilizing gap analysis, Succession Wizard can identify those people who, with support and training, can climb your management structure and become its future leaders.

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Key Benefits

1. Prices start at $399 (US) for the Junior edition. Significant Discounts are available if more than one license is purchased at the same time.

2.  You can try the complete program free of charge before deciding whether to purchase. The only restrictions are the number of entries you can input and you are limited to 28 days usage.  

3.  Succession Wizard is genuinely "off-the-shelf" software which means you can start using it TODAY. There is no need to delay implementation (as is usually the case with most HR software).  Simply download the program; if, after evaluation, you then wish to buy you can purchase online and a password is emailed to you.

4.  Identify where your business is exposed because of insufficient cover for certain positions. Succession Wizard enables you to control succession planning and resolve areas of concern quickly.

5.  Workforce management helps to match suitable people to specific jobs. Also find roles which fit the competencies of an individual.

6.  Powerful search facility allows the database to be filtered in many different ways to allow specific criteria to be retrieved and candidates easily identified.

7.  There are a number of ways in which Succession Wizard can be implemented. The program can be run over a network with information shared amongst a number of users; or alternatively on a single PC or laptop by an administrator looking after a number of business units.

8.  Reports displaying management planning information can be configured to match user criteria. The content can be filtered to ensure only required information is shown.

9.  Additional information such as job profiles, competencies, photographs and notes can be easily added.

10.  Information can be imported from (and exported to) other systems allowing existing information to be quickly incorporated.

11.  A flexible package which can be customized to reflect individual business practices and terminology.

12.  Annual software support available including all upgrades during the support period.