Discusses a recent UK survey of 250 companies on pay, appraisal and career development. Findings indicate that competence‐based pay beats performance‐related pay, consultant input is valued in career development, and customer appraisal is highly effective. Finds also that middle managers are...

Reports on a recently published research‐based report identifying trends and best practice in career development. Focuses on what is happening at Pilkington Optronics, the London Borough of Brent and ICL. Concludes that developing individual competences to match the requirements of business is...