Compare the frameworks
Pick the right model for the problem in front of you. Sort by effort to invest, or by how strong the evidence base is. Click any column header to sort.
| Framework ↑ | Best for | Level ↑ | Effort ↑ | Evidence ↑ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9-Box Grid (Performance × Potential)tool | Talent differentiation / succession | Team to enterprise | ● ● ○ | ● ● ○ |
| Competency Framework Design | Capability definition / talent standards | Enterprise | ● ● ● | ● ● ○ |
| Employee Lifecycle & Moments That Matter | Employee experience / engagement | Enterprise | ● ● ○ | ● ● ○ |
| HR Maturity Modeltool | HR function assessment / transformation roadmap | HR function | ● ● ○ | ● ● ○ |
| Job Evaluation (Point-Factor Method)tool | Pay equity / grade architecture | Enterprise | ● ● ● | ● ● ● |
| Kirkpatrick Four Levels | Training evaluation / L&D ROI | Program | ● ● ○ | ● ● ● |
| McKinsey 7S | Org alignment / transformation diagnosis | Enterprise | ● ● ○ | ● ● ○ |
| Strategic Workforce Planning | Future workforce supply/demand gaps | Enterprise | ● ● ● | ● ● ○ |
| Total Rewards Model | Retention / EVP / rewards strategy | Enterprise | ● ● ○ | ● ● ○ |
| Ulrich HR Competency Model | HR professional capability | HR function | ● ○ ○ | ● ● ● |
| Ulrich HR Model (Four Roles) | HR operating model / role clarity | HR function | ● ○ ○ | ● ● ● |