GPEC: definition and tools for implementation

GPEC – Forward-Looking Management of Jobs and Skills – is an approach to managing a company's human resources. How can it be implemented effectively, and what tools are needed? Read our article for a definition of GPEC and how it can be applied in a business setting.

Definition of GPEC (Forward-looking Management of Jobs and Skills)

A GPEC approach is a method for monitoring workforce numbers and skills. It supports the company's strategy. The GPEC agreement can be implemented at company, industry, or regional level. The challenge is to respond to a changing environment and support change.

Is GPEC mandatory for all companies?

According to Article L2242-20 of the Labor Code, companies with more than 300 employees are required to negotiate job management and career paths every three years.

Why implement a workforce planning approach?

GPEC aims to adapt jobs and skills to the tasks set by the company. It therefore pursues several objectives: addressing recruitment difficulties, reducing turnover, and responding to the digitalization of the world of work.

Definition of GPEC: how to implement a GPEC?

Forward-looking management of jobs and skills requires a high degree of rigor. It can be supported by certain effective HR tools.

1 - The stages of a GPEC action plan

The GPEC approach follows certain key steps:

• Conducting a company audit;
• Analysis of the gap between the current situation and the objectives;
• Planning actions and implementing HR tools: training plans, recruitment campaigns, accreditation of prior learning, skills mapping, job descriptions, etc.
• Assessment of this approach.

2 - Tools and software to facilitate the implementation of GPEC

There are many GPEC tools available. quarksUp offers talent management software to track various indicators (mobility, training, compensation, etc.). quarksUp solutions also enable optimal training management, including budget forecasting and training plans. This allows you to accurately monitor skills in real time.

The 3 key points to remember:

1. The GPEC approach is mandatory for companies with more than 300 employees;
2. It enables us to respond to economic and technological changes;
3. There is GPEC software available for optimal monitoring of internal skills.