AN ANALYSIS OF CORPORATE ORGANIZATIONS' TALENT MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES: A STUDY WITH REFERENCE TO TCS ION

Talent management has become a strategic organizational function that significantly contributes to employee development, organizational effectiveness, and sustainable competitive advantage. The study demonstrates that TCS iON has successfully implemented comprehensive talent management strategies encompassing talent acquisition, training and development, performance management, leadership development, career advancement, employee engagement, and retention initiatives. Employees generally express positive perceptions regarding these talent management practices and acknowledge their contribution towards professional growth, job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and workforce stability. The One-Way ANOVA results further indicate that employee perceptions of talent management practices vary across different work experience groups, highlighting the importance of designing talent management initiatives that address the diverse needs of employees at different career stages. Continued investment in employee development, leadership capability, organizational learning, and innovative talent management practices will further strengthen workforce performance and organizational success. Overall, effective talent management remains a critical strategic driver supporting employee excellence, organizational growth, and long-term competitiveness at TCS iON.

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