Strategically planning and executing the onboarding for a new executive in a Japanese company’s overseas operation, or at the company’s headquarters in Japan, is vital for maximizing success.
Executive Onboarding Support
This process not only accelerates the executive’s effective integration and performance but also proactively mitigates common challenges associated with international assignments, benefiting both the individual and the organization. Neglecting proper onboarding, however, invites a cascade of negative consequences, risking the executive’s effectiveness, potentially harming team morale and organizational culture, and ultimately jeopardizing the performance of the organization.
With vast experience with Japanese global companies, Japan Intercultural Consulting can help with planning and executing the onboarding process. The steps may include the following:
- Current situation analysis
• We conduct a thorough analysis covering the organization’s current business status, organizational structure (both local and headquarters in Japan), personnel composition, and market environment.
• We also assess the assigned executive’s career history and readiness for the international assignment. - First 90-day plan development
• Clearly define the local operation’s short-term and the long-term challenges and opportunities the incoming executive must address.
• Identify key short-term and long-term challenges and opportunities within the organization for the incoming executive to focus on.
• Develop a tailored 90-day action plan outlining key activities, such as:
– Employee communication strategies.
– Meetings with critical internal and external stakeholders.
– Assessment of key functional capabilities and personnel.
– Structured time for reflection and learning. - Structure 90-day phases
• The first 90 days are typically structured to facilitate effective integration:
– 1st month: Listen and assimilate
– 2nd month: Develop initial assessment
– 3rd month: Implement early actions and develop concrete next steps - Ongoing support and execution
• We maintain continuous communication with the executive throughout the initial period, assisting with the execution of the 90-day plan by providing guidance, feedback, and recommendations.
With expert support from Japan Intercultural Consulting, we can help ensure the success of your new executives and improve the competitiveness of your entire organization.
