Things to remember
- Visit skills matrix is a strategic tool for mapping, monitoring and developing know-how, particularly in industry where transmission often remains informal.
- It enables us to visualize skills mastered, identify gaps with needs, and support production planning, employee development and HR objectives.
- Indispensable for authorization trackingthe planning of training and preparation for audits ISO, it guarantees continuity of operations and professionalizes human resources management, particularly in the context of the GPEC.
- It must be updated in real time and integrated into business processes: training management, assignment planning, annual appraisals and strategic workforce planning.
- This is precisely the added value that Mercateam provides
- 👉 Download our free Excel skills matrix
What is a skills matrix?
A skills matrix is a visual table that links the skills required for a position with the skills available in the team. It can be used to identify available skills, specific skills that are lacking, the skills that are needed and the skills that are required. training needs and opportunities for internal mobility.
It is indispensable for GPECplanning, workforce management authorizations and skills development.
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Why set up a skills matrix?
1. View available skills
A well-constructed matrix lets you know who knows how to do what, at a very granular level.
2. Identify gaps and skills required
Compare required skills with actual skills to anticipate training plans.
3. Manage authorizations
Some positions require compulsory accreditation (CACES, electrical accreditation, etc.).
4. Structuring the transmission of know-how
With the number of people retiring, a clear mapping of know-how becomes vital.
5. Build a development plan
Essential basis for creating a customized training plan.
6. Support recruitment
Identify critical skills gaps for targeted recruitment.
What's the difference with the versatility matrix?
| Tool | Main objective | Example of use |
|---|---|---|
| Skills matrix | Visualize skill mastery and at what level | Check who has mastered a critical procedure |
| Versatility matrix | Visualize the mastery of a workstation or an entire business process | Identify a replacement in case of absence |
The two are complementary. Used together, they help build team resilience and plan HR actions.
How do you build a skills matrix?
1. Identify key skills
Use job descriptions, QHSE audits and production processes.
- Classify skills: safety, quality, machines, soft skills, hard skills...
2. Assess skill levels
Use a simple grid from 0 to 3 or 5 levels with a self-assessment cross-referenced with the manager:
- 0 : Not trained
- 1: In training
- 2: Autonomous
- 3: Shapes others
3. Structuring the table
- Lines : employees
- Columns : skills
- Cells : level of expertise
4. Update regularly
- Automate if possible with a skills management software
- For every training session, appraisal, interview or new assignment
Example of an Excel skills matrix
We offer a free downloadable Excel skills matrix template. It includes :
- Visit your employees' skillsalong with their proficiency levels
- Visit key positions on your sitelinked to the required skills
- A direct view of who's up and running about
- Versatility targets,automatically linked to your matrix
🎯 Download our free Excel skills matrix
Why use Mercateam rather than Excel?
| Excel | Mercateam SaaS |
|---|---|
| Manual updates | ✅ Automated updates |
| Risk of errors | ✅ History, alerts, security |
| Limited collaboration | ✅ Multi-user, validation manager |
| Partial visibility | ✅ Indicators, dashboards |
Mercateam enables real visualization of skill capitala real-time trackingand a better HR planning.
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Mercateam, your ally in skills management
Used by over 300 industrial sites, Mercateam is transforming the way companies manage their skills.
With our tool, you can :
- Identify critical skills
- Developing versatility
- Securing authorizations
- Centralize documents
- Anticipating future needs with GPEC
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