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Our Advisory Services

Lavasource is a trusted advisor to savvy HR leaders. Because our team comes from HR practitioner and strategic consulting backgrounds, we understand your challenges, technology decisions and time pressures firsthand.  This expertise and our vendor-agnostic approach enables you to make your strategic decisions with confidence.

With access to our global talent marketplace of skilled HR, HRtech and change management professionals in 70+ countries, we can also rapidly augment existing capabilities meaning projects run smoothly.

So when you need objective advice, up-to-date market insights or technical expertise – choose Lavasource.

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HR & Payroll Technology Selection

Business Case Development

People Strategy & Transformation

Operating Model Design

Skills & Talent

C-Suite Advisory

Programme Delivery

Change Management

HR & Payroll Technology Selection

Lavasource provides HR and People leaders unbiased, vendor-agnostic expertise that’s second to none.

  • Whole-of-market coverage: We’ve got deep experience evaluating, integrating, and implementing HR & Payroll solutions that span multiple countries, industries and vendors including Dayforce, Cornerstone OnDemand, SAP Success Factors, Oracle, Workday and many others.
  • HR practitioner and consulting expertise: Our team combines practical HR experience with strategic consulting skills so we listen and take time to understand your business. Then we deliver comprehensive and actionable guidance.
  • Access to the Lavasource Talent Marketplace: When additional resources are needed, we can quickly tap into our global network of trusted experts to provide specialist skills and support.
  • Confidence in decision making: Our proven 4 step methodology gives you and your leadership team the assurance that your technology choices will be fully aligned with your strategic objectives.

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Business Case Development

We can help you move your HR vision from idea to a fully costed plan.  Here’s how.

  • Identify and quantify the tangible benefits of your HR initiatives, such as increased productivity, improved employee satisfaction, and reduced costs.
  • Develop a compelling narrative that showcases the value proposition of your proposed solutions and aligns them with your organisation’s overall goals.
  • Conduct a thorough cost-benefit analysis to demonstrate the financial return on investment (ROI) of your HR projects.
  • Create a roadmap that outlines the key milestones, timelines, and resource requirements for successful implementation.
  • Mitigate risks and uncertainties by developing contingency plans and identifying potential challenges.
  • Help you secure executive buy-in by presenting a well-structured business case that highlights the strategic importance of your HR and people initiatives.

Ready to turn your strategic vision into an approved project?

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People Strategy & Transformation

Our HR practitioners share our guided strategies to support your transformation initiatives

  • Strategic HR Alignment: Ensure your HR initiatives are tightly aligned with your overall business goals.
  • Innovation & Future-proofing: Nurture a workplace culture that encourages creativity, adaptability and facilitates continuous learning.
  • Talent Acquisition and Retention: Optimise your processes for attracting and retaining top talent in a competitive market.
  • Talent Development: Invest in your employees’ growth through effective development programs and career pathways.
  • Enhanced Employee Engagement: Drive higher levels of employee satisfaction, motivation, and productivity.
  • Leadership & Succession Planning: Develop strong leaders who can inspire their teams and fuel success.

Ready to elevate your HR function with our forward thinking advisory services?

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Operating Model Design

Lavasource excels at designing tailored HR operating models that align with your unique business needs and goals. We cover:

  • Comprehensive Assessment: A thorough analysis of your current HR function, including its structure, processes, and technology infrastructure.
  • Strategic Alignment: Ensuring the operating model supports your overall business strategy and objectives.
  • Process Optimisation: Identifying opportunities to streamline HR processes, reduce redundancies, and improve efficiency.
  • Resource Allocation: Optimising the distribution of resources to ensure effective delivery of HR services.
  • Technology Integration: Leveraging technology to automate routine tasks, enhance data analytics, and improve employee self-service.
  • Change Management: Developing a comprehensive plan to support the implementation of your new operating model and minimise disruption.

Ready to leverage our data-driven approach and deep understanding of HR best practices to build your next operational model?

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Skills & Talent

Lavasource consultants have real-world HR experience. They can guide you in identifying and developing the right skills and talent to support your growth ambitions.

  • Talent Acquisition & Development: Leverage our deep expertise to build robust talent acquisition and development strategies that align with your growth needs.
  • Succession Planning: Prepare for future success with proactive succession planning, identifying and nurturing your next generation of leaders.
  • Skills Gap Analysis: We conduct comprehensive skills gap assessments, helping you pinpoint areas for development and implement tailored strategies to bridge these gaps.
  • Future-Proof Your Workforce: Build agile teams by equipping your employees with the necessary skills to adapt to the impacts of AI, new market opportunities and business priorities.
  • Integrated Approach: Align your talent management strategies with business goals to enhance productivity, engagement, and organisational performance.

Ready to leverage your people’s potential and elevate your business success?

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C-Suite Advisory

As trusted advisors with firsthand HR leadership experience, we offer strategic counsel tailored to the unique demands of the C-Suite. Our team of seasoned HR practitioners understand the pressures and opportunities you face. We provide objective guidance on a wide range of issues, including:

  • Strategic HR alignment with your business growth plans
  • Talent acquisition and development strategies
  • Organisational design and culture transformation
  • Change leadership and employee engagement
  • Technology implementation and adoption plus the critical ongoing application support
  • Succession planning and leadership development

Our insights help you make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and implement solutions that deliver measurable impact across your organisation. We stand beside you as partners, equipping you with the knowledge and support needed to lead confidently through change.

Ready to collaborate in confidence with a trusted partner?

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Programme Delivery

Our team of experienced HR practitioners provides comprehensive program delivery services tailored to your unique needs. We combine our deep understanding of HR processes with proven project management methodologies to ensure the successful implementation of your HR and payroll technology initiatives. Our approach focuses on:

  • Strategic planning and alignment: Ensuring your program objectives are aligned with your overall business goals.
  • Risk management and mitigation: Identifying and addressing potential challenges to minimize disruptions.
  • Change management: Developing effective strategies to support employee adoption and minimize resistance.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Building strong relationships with key stakeholders to drive buy-in and support.
  • Project governance: Establishing clear governance structures and processes to ensure accountability and transparency.
  • Quality assurance: Implementing rigorous quality control measures to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Ready to experience the ‘Lavasource difference’ on your next programme delivery?

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Change Management

Our HR practitioners specialise in guiding organisations through complex change initiatives, particularly those related to HR technology implementations. We understand the challenges associated with change and the importance of transparent communication, stakeholder engagement, and securing employee buy-in. Our tried and trusted approach to change management focuses on:

  • Impact assessment: Identifying the potential effects of the change on individuals, teams, processes and the organisation as a whole.
  • Communication planning: Developing clear and consistent communication strategies to keep stakeholders informed and engaged.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Building relationships with key stakeholders and addressing their concerns.
  • Employee training and development: Providing relevant training and support to help employees adapt to new processes and promote new system adoption.
  • Resistance management: Identifying and addressing potential sources of resistance to change.
  • Performance monitoring and evaluation: Tracking the progress of the change initiative, the efficacy of new processes and making refinements as needed.

Ready to experience a super smooth transition on your next Change Management initiative?

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How we work with you - the Lavasource 4 Phase Methodology

1. Phase zero

2. Project Delivery

3. Transition Phase

4. Ongoing Support

Companies who love working with Lavasource

The Lavasource community now spans over 70 countries.

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