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No ordinary boot camp
1University of Michigan Business School, Ann Arbor, USA. tichy@umich.edu
Harvard Business Review
|April 13, 2001
Summary
Trilogy University
Area of Science:
- Organizational psychology
- Corporate training and development
- Human resource management
Background:
- Companies utilize boot camps for new hire orientation to accelerate integration.
- Traditional boot camps foster camaraderie and organizational connection.
- Trilogy University's program is a distinct and highly effective model.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the unique structure and effectiveness of Trilogy University's boot camp.
- To analyze how Trilogy University integrates technical skills with corporate culture.
- To demonstrate the program's role in executive development and R&D.
Main Methods:
- On-site, in-depth study of Trilogy University's six-month orientation program.
- Observation of executive involvement in curriculum development and product innovation.
- Analysis of the mentoring relationships between rising stars and new recruits.
Main Results:
- Trilogy University immerses recruits in technical skills and a culture of risk-taking, teamwork, and customer focus.
- Top executives actively participate, refining strategy and identifying new products.
- The program functions as a key research and development engine and leadership incubator.
Conclusions:
- Trilogy University exemplifies a virtuous cycle where leaders learn from recruits and vice versa.
- The program effectively develops new talent, fosters innovation, and strengthens leadership.
- This model offers valuable insights for other organizations seeking to optimize employee onboarding and development.
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