Susan Irwin

Vice President, P&C (HR) Technology and Systems Southwire Company

Main Day Two: Thursday, November 14, 2024

11:05 AM From Order Takers to Strategic Partners: Southwire's HR Transformation Journey

Challenge: When Susan arrived at Southwire, the HR technology landscape was fragmented, with processes built around fulfilling business requests without a strategic vision. The team functioned as "order takers," simply responding to individual needs rather than aligning them with a broader HR strategy. 

Solution: This session delves into Southwire's remarkable transformation, spearheaded by Susan and her team. Discover how they transitioned from an order-taking model to a strategic, consultative approach that positions HR as a valued partner in driving business success. 

Key Learnings from Susan Irwin: 

  • Instill a "People Ops" philosophy within your HR team, fostering a culture of ownership and strategic thinking 
  • The "WWGD" Approach (Where Work Gets Done): emphasize user-centric design and focus on how technology can empower employees to do their best work. 
  • Enable your team to proactively ask questions and understand the business challenges employees are trying to solve. 
  • Develop a strategic framework to guide system selection and build a future-proof HR technology roadmap. 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Susan.

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