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Case Notes
Chapter 10: Training and Development
Meddevco
Case Summary
This case is based on the analyses and answers completed for Chapter 9. We learn that Rudiger is
working with Meddevco (name changed), which is a large multinational corporation that
operates in the medical devices sector. The firm employs around 33,000 people in five divisions
and has operations in 120 countries. Sixty-six percent of the multinational’s revenue is generated
from products that are less than 2 years old, and 80% of employees are working on products that
are less than 2 years old. The combination of systems and applications and the careful analysis of
HR information contained therein allow the organization to develop and implement a global
T&D strategy. However, the firm faces a number of challenges arising from the use of these
different systems. As the organization largely grew through acquisition, a number of legacy
Case Analysis
The example of Meddevco illustrates how large organizations employ HRIS to manage their
workforce and how they leverage human resource development through the use of HRIS T&D
applications, learning portals, and specialized learning management systems. However, it is also
apparent that careful planning is essential to avoid compatibility issues and to ensure a consistent
global flow of HR and T&D-related information.
Sample Answers to Case Questions
1. What should Meddevco have done to avoid some of their problems?
Meddevco neglected to do two important things that would have prevented many of the
problems they are now being faced with. First, Meddevco should have put considerably
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2. How could Meddevco now solve the problems created by not involving employees during
the implementation of the HRIS?
There are a number of things Meddevco might do to solve the problems created by not
involving employees during the implementation of the HRIS. A few suggestions include
3. What else should Meddevco do now to improve the operation of their system?
There are numerous things Meddevco could do now to improve the operation of their
system. Some suggestions are stated below:
● Align e-learning strategy with T&D strategy, HR strategy, and overall business
strategy.
● Create a corporate learning culture that fosters e-learning and the use of HRIS
T&D applications.