February 19 2016, 15.38 PM IST || Pocket News Alert
Company Receives Certification for its Dedication to the Development of its Employees for the Second Consecutive Year
TORONTO | MUMBAI, Feb 19, 2016: Tata Consultancy Services, (TCS), (BSE: 532540, NSE: TCS) a leading global IT services, consulting and business solutions organization, today announced it has achieved the prestigious Top Employers Canada 2016 certification from the Top Employers Institute.
The Top Employers Institute recognizes leading employers around the world for providing excellent employee conditions, nurturing and developing their talent throughout all levels of the organization and striving to continuously optimize employment practices. Top Employers must demonstrate the highest standards of employee offerings and have a forward-thinking human resources environment.
“Optimal employee offerings and HR best practices ensure that people develop themselves personally and professionally,” said Top Employers Institute CEO David Plink. “This enables companies to grow and develop, maximize organizational performance and attract and retain the best talent. Our comprehensive research concluded that Tata Consultancy Services in Canada provides an outstanding employee environment and offers a wide range of creative initiatives that are truly aligned with the company’s culture.”
The Top Employers Institute assessed TCS’ employee offerings on the following criteria: Talent Strategy, Workforce Planning, On-boarding, Learning and Development, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Career and Succession Management, Compensation and Benefits, Culture, Values, and Employee Wellness and Engagement.
“TCS is proud to be recognized as a Top Employer in Canada for two consecutive years,” said Soumen Roy, Country Head, Canada TCS. “This showcases our deep commitment to developing a diverse and industry leading employee base through extensive technical and leadership training, in addition to TCS continuing to invest in new talent and facilities across Canada, ” he added.
This accolade follows TCS winning the ‘Top Employers for Young People in Canada’ award in January, for offering the nation's best workplaces and programs for young people just starting their careers. In 2015, TCS Canada’s HR team was recognized for having the ‘Best Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program’ at the inaugural National HR Awards Presented by Canadian HR Reporter. TCS was cited for its strong culture of volunteerism in the areas of health, STEM education and the environment.
