Skill Succession and Human Recourses Development in Bosch

Abstract

The Bosch Group, set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942), is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 300,000 associates generated sales of 51.4 billion Euros in fiscal 2011. The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its more than 350 subsidiaries and regional companies in over 60 countries. In Japan, Bosch began its operation in 1911. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Bosch spent 4.0 billion Euros for research and development in 2011, and applied for over 4,100 patents worldwide. With all its products and services, Bosch enhances the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. In Bosch, it is recognized the most valuable assets is our personnel. Great trust from our customers and quality products are backed by employees who maximize their abilities in pursuit of these goals. Historically Bosch has always emphasized education, adopting employee development system under "Bosch Human Resources System." Especially "Competence Management System" to obtain specialist knowledge and skills of individuals and organizations is one of the most important topics. In this dissertation, I would like to explain our human resources development system, Competence Management System and skill succession.