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EY Competency Connect - Smarter talent decisions, powered by AI
Competency Connect is an AI-powered, end-to-end assessment platform by EY, designed to redefine how organizations measure capability and potential. It transforms talent selection from instinct to intelligence by replacing costly, time-consuming, and disjointed evaluation methods with an all-in-one AI-led assessment experience. The platform brings together technical, functional, and behavioral assessments, along with an AI-powered individual development plan, delivering insights that are scientific, swift and actionable.
Business challenge
Amid high-stakes decisions and constant market shifts, talent choices cannot be left to chance. Inaccurate talent placements drain productivity, stall growth, and bury potential. Traditional evaluation methods often miss key indicators of fit and performance. Without a more intelligent, data-driven platform, organizations risk slow hiring, poor fitment and reduced productivity.
Solution benefits
EY Competency Connect delivers next generation AI-led talent assessments that go beyond traditional testing – combining skills, agility and behavioral insights to measure true capability in an AI-driven, integrated world. The platform anticipates how jobs will evolve in the near term, enabling organizations to align talent to roles where they will thrive and deliver meaningful impact.
The platform is designed for HR and L&D leaders focused on building future-ready talent, as well as business leaders making critical build-versus-buy decisions.
Solution features and functionality
Identify, evaluate and align talent with our AI-powered platform Competency Connect. From skills to leadership potential – all in one platform.
Testimonial
"EY Competency Connect enabled us to assess 4,600+ professionals across the organization in less than a month—what would have traditionally taken us several months was executed seamlessly, with precision and ease. The AI-led case studies, role plays, and team-based discussions added immense value to our talent decisions."
- CHRO of one of India’s leading automobile companies
Why EY
Built on deep competency assessment experience and backed by a dedicated in-house team, EY brings proven capability in delivering AI-led talent solutions at scale. EY Competency Connect reflects the firm’s commitment to innovation and excellence, leveraging internal expertise to help organizations make smarter, data-driven talent decisions.
EY Competency Connect - Smarter talent decisions, powered by AI
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