DSG Global Yardstick Institute | Succession and Assessments

Succession and Assessments

The Tactics

Our succession and assessment approach begins with a clear understanding of the organization’s strategic priorities and future leadership needs. We evaluate current leadership pipelines, help organizations identify high-potential leaders, and design succession strategies that minimize risk and maximize preparedness.

The Results

Organizations gain greater confidence in their leadership pipelines and clarity around who is ready to step into critical roles. Leaders are better prepared for advancement, employees see visible career pathways, and organizations build resilience by ensuring they are not reliant on a few key individuals. Over time, succession planning strengthens continuity, stability, and long-term growth.

The Challenges

Many organizations face leadership gaps because they wait until a transition is imminent before planning. Others lack visibility into internal talent capabilities or do not have clear criteria for assessing readiness. Our work addresses these challenges by providing structured assessments, data-driven insights, and actionable succession strategies that ensure leadership continuity and organizational stability.