ability6

The ability6® Advanced Skills Matrix is a software solution designed to assist organizations in enhancing the capability and performance of their teams. According to the vendor, this solution is suitable for businesses of various sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations. It is utilized by professionals across a range of industries, including manufacturing, financial services, e-Gaming, technology, and government departments.

Key Features

Advanced Skills Matrix: According to the vendor, this feature allows users to capture and track intricate task skill levels, record summary process skill levels, and utilize a rating system based on the Toyota Production System. It also enables team leaders to visually record and identify critical training needs.

Capacity Planner: The vendor claims that this feature provides insights into team capacity based on skill levels. It helps identify high volume and high complexity tasks with skills deficiencies, prioritize training needs based on volume and complexity indicators, and improve workforce planning and resource allocation.

Data Insights: The vendor states that this feature allows users to generate visual skills matrices to understand team proficiency, track improvements in team skills over time, identify skills gaps, and prioritize training efforts. It aims to facilitate continuous training improvements.

Training Module: According to the vendor, this feature facilitates priority-based training plans, allowing users to set specific training targets at both individual and process levels. It also enables monitoring and tracking of training progress, with the goal of implementing continuous training improvements.

Skills Self-Assessment: The vendor claims that this feature allows individuals to self-assess their own skills. It also enables comparison of self-assessment with team leader assessment for a comprehensive view, encouraging ownership and self-improvement. The vendor suggests that it can help identify areas for individual development.

Talent Search Facility: According to the vendor, this feature aims to help users easily find the right person with the right skills for a specific task or project. It utilizes search filters to narrow down the talent pool based on skills and proficiency, with the goal of improving resource allocation and project success rates. The vendor also highlights its potential for fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Procedure Repository: The vendor states that this feature allows users to store and organize standard operating procedures and work instructions. It provides easy access and sharing of procedures with team members, ensuring consistency and compliance in work processes. Additionally, it aims to facilitate continuous improvement and knowledge management.

Quality Control Capture: According to the vendor, this feature helps implement a simple and effective quality control system. It allows users to capture quality control data and track performance, integrating with business intelligence for real-time analytics. The vendor suggests that it can drive continuous improvement and ensure quality standards.

Skills Audit Scheduler: The vendor claims that this feature enables users to schedule and conduct skills audits within their organization. It helps identify skills gaps and training needs on a regular basis, allowing for planning and prioritization of training initiatives based on audit results. The goal is to ensure ongoing skill development and improvement.

Company Structure Charts: According to the vendor, this feature allows users to create instant company structure charts. It reflects real-time positions and reporting relationships, visualizing the organizational hierarchy and team structure. The vendor suggests that it can improve communication and transparency within the organization.