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Dow Hr

To build diverse teams that deliver innovative solutions by creating the most inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.

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To build diverse teams that deliver innovative solutions by creating the most inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.

Strengths

  • TALENT: Strong global talent attraction capabilities across 31 countries
  • CULTURE: Industry-leading inclusion index score of 79%
  • DEVELOPMENT: Robust leadership development programs with 92% retention
  • COMPENSATION: Competitive total rewards strategy aligned to performance
  • TECHNOLOGY: Advanced HRIS platform supporting 35,700 employees globally

Weaknesses

  • SUCCESSION: Limited bench strength for critical technical positions
  • DIGITAL: HR analytics capabilities lag behind industry benchmarks
  • AGILITY: Complex HR processes slow organizational responsiveness
  • SKILLS: Emerging skill gaps in digital and sustainability domains
  • EXPERIENCE: Inconsistent employee experience across global locations

Opportunities

  • WORKFORCE: Embrace flexible work models to expand talent access
  • SKILLS: Develop sustainability expertise aligned with corporate goals
  • DIVERSITY: Accelerate diverse talent acquisition in underrepresented areas
  • TECHNOLOGY: Implement AI-powered talent analytics and forecasting
  • ENGAGEMENT: Create purpose-driven culture linked to sustainability mission

Threats

  • COMPETITION: Intensifying war for technical and sustainability talent
  • EXPECTATIONS: Evolving employee expectations for workplace flexibility
  • DEMOGRAPHICS: Aging workforce in manufacturing operations
  • REGULATORY: Increasing global compliance complexities across markets
  • DISRUPTION: Rapid skill obsolescence due to technological change

Key Priorities

  • TALENT: Develop targeted strategy for critical technical capabilities
  • DIGITAL: Accelerate HR analytics to support data-driven decisions
  • CULTURE: Strengthen inclusion and sustainability in employee experience
  • DEVELOPMENT: Build future-focused skills in digital and sustainability
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To build diverse teams that deliver innovative solutions by creating the most inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.

FUTURE TALENT

Build critical technical capabilities for tomorrow

  • PLANNING: Implement strategic workforce planning for top 50 critical roles by Q3
  • PIPELINE: Increase technical talent pool by 25% through targeted university relationships
  • DEVELOPMENT: Launch accelerated technical career paths with 50% increased progression rate
  • RETENTION: Achieve 95% retention of high-potential technical talent through targeted programs
PEOPLE INSIGHTS

Transform HR through data-driven decision making

  • PLATFORM: Deploy next-generation HR analytics platform across all business units by Q4
  • CAPABILITIES: Train 100% of HR business partners on advanced analytics by end of Q3
  • DASHBOARDS: Implement predictive talent metrics for all leadership teams with 80% adoption
  • DECISIONS: Generate $5M in workforce optimization savings through data-driven insights
VIBRANT CULTURE

Lead in inclusion and sustainability impact

  • INCLUSION: Increase inclusion index score from 79% to 85% by implementing targeted actions
  • SUSTAINABILITY: Engage 90% of employees in sustainability-focused initiatives and training
  • REPRESENTATION: Increase underrepresented talent in leadership by 5 percentage points
  • ADVOCACY: Achieve top quartile employee Net Promoter Score of 40+ across all regions
FUTURE READY

Accelerate skills for a digital, sustainable world

  • DIGITAL: Upskill 75% of workforce on prioritized digital capabilities with certification
  • SUSTAINABILITY: Develop specialized sustainability expertise in 500+ employees globally
  • LEARNING: Achieve 35 average learning hours per employee with 90% relevance rating
  • INNOVATION: Launch skills-based talent marketplace with 50% employee participation
METRICS
  • Employee engagement score: 85% by end of 2025
  • Critical role succession bench strength: 3:1 ratio for all key positions
  • Digital and sustainability capability index: 80% against industry benchmark
VALUES
  • Integrity
  • Respect for People
  • Protecting Our Planet
  • Customer Focus
  • Inclusion
  • Innovation
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Align the learnings

Dow Hr Retrospective

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To build diverse teams that deliver innovative solutions by creating the most inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.

What Went Well

  • RETENTION: Achieved 92% retention rate for high-performing employees
  • DIVERSITY: Increased women in leadership positions by 3% year-over-year
  • DEVELOPMENT: Launched digital skills academy with 75% employee participation
  • ENGAGEMENT: Improved employee engagement scores by 4 percentage points
  • SAFETY: Reduced workplace incidents by 15% through culture initiatives

Not So Well

  • RECRUITMENT: Time-to-fill for technical roles exceeded targets by 22 days
  • ANALYTICS: HR data reporting capabilities did not meet business needs
  • COSTS: Benefits expenses increased 7% above projected budget forecasts
  • PRODUCTIVITY: Manufacturing workforce efficiency metrics declined by 3%
  • EXPERIENCE: Employee satisfaction with HR services fell 5 percentage points

Learnings

  • STRATEGY: More proactive talent planning needed for critical positions
  • TECHNOLOGY: Digital HR transformation requires greater change management
  • INTEGRATION: Better alignment needed between HR and business strategies
  • CAPABILITIES: Technical skill development programs need acceleration
  • FLEXIBILITY: Work model policies require standardization across regions

Action Items

  • TALENT: Launch strategic workforce planning for critical technical roles
  • DIGITAL: Accelerate implementation of advanced HR analytics platform
  • EXPERIENCE: Redesign key employee touchpoints to improve service quality
  • CAPABILITIES: Expand sustainability and digital skills learning pathways
  • INCLUSIVE: Embed DEI metrics into performance and succession processes
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To build diverse teams that deliver innovative solutions by creating the most inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world.

Strengths

  • FOUNDATION: Established HR technology infrastructure ready for AI
  • LEADERSHIP: Executive commitment to AI-enabled HR transformation
  • DATA: Rich repository of workforce data across global operations
  • EXPERTISE: Growing technical capabilities in HR analytics team
  • PILOTS: Successful AI recruiting and learning pilots in select regions

Weaknesses

  • INTEGRATION: Siloed AI initiatives lacking enterprise coordination
  • SKILLS: Limited AI expertise within broader HR organization
  • DATA: Inconsistent data quality and governance standards
  • CHANGE: Cultural resistance to AI-powered HR processes
  • RESOURCES: Insufficient funding for AI transformation initiatives

Opportunities

  • EXPERIENCE: Deploy AI chatbots to enhance employee service delivery
  • EFFICIENCY: Automate routine HR tasks to focus on strategic work
  • INSIGHTS: Leverage predictive analytics for workforce planning
  • PERSONALIZATION: Customize learning paths with AI recommendations
  • INCLUSION: Use AI to identify and mitigate bias in talent processes

Threats

  • ETHICS: Increasing concerns about AI transparency and fairness
  • PRIVACY: Growing regulatory scrutiny of AI uses in employment
  • ADOPTION: Employee resistance to AI-powered HR tools
  • COMPETITORS: Faster AI implementation by industry competitors
  • COMPLEXITY: Technical debt in legacy systems hindering AI integration

Key Priorities

  • STRATEGY: Develop comprehensive AI roadmap for HR transformation
  • CAPABILITIES: Build AI skills and literacy across HR organization
  • GOVERNANCE: Establish ethical AI framework for workforce applications
  • EXPERIENCE: Prioritize employee-centered AI solutions and change