Sandvik breaks new ground with global HR outsourcing deal: Transformation program enables HR to focus on strategy

Abstract

Purpose

Explores the reasons for, and operation of, a ten‐year HR outsourcing agreement that high‐technology engineering group Sandvik has signed with Accenture HR Services

Design/methodology/approach

Draws on information provided by Accenture HR Services and Sandvik to explain why the agreement was forged and how it operates.

Findings

Shows how the agreement will help Sandvik to take a more strategic approach to human‐resource management, while Accenture HR Services performs most of the administrative tasks. Argues that a more uniform, and more efficient, HR service will result.

Practical implications

Reveals some of the considerations to look out for when embarking on an outsourcing deal.

Originality/value

Contains useful information for large companies that are considering outsourcing some, or all, of their HR processes.

Citation

(2005), "Sandvik breaks new ground with global HR outsourcing deal: Transformation program enables HR to focus on strategy", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 13 No. 4, pp. 30-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/09670730510599586