9 Box Grid Alternatives

  • Expands talent assessment beyond a single performance–potential snapshot
  • Supports more objective and development-focused talent discussions
  • Enables HR teams to select assessment frameworks aligned with specific business contexts
  • Strengthens succession planning and leadership identification practices
  • Encourages more inclusive and flexible approaches to evaluating talent
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Downloads 259 downloads Type Guide Publication date January 26, 2026 Topics HR LeadershipOrg. DevelopmentTalent Management

This comparison guide outlines nine alternatives to the traditional 9 Box Grid, helping HR professionals evaluate performance, potential, skills, and development using a broader set of frameworks. It supports more nuanced and context-appropriate talent decisions across different organizational needs.

Included in this resource:

  • Overview of the 9 Box Grid and its primary use case
  • Side-by-side comparison of alternative talent assessment models, including focus, strengths, limitations, and best-use scenarios
  • Descriptions of simplified grids, skills-based matrices, competency models, talent profiles, and data-driven approaches
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