term goals. "Our imperatives show us where the company is headed and enable us to identify the gaps between our work force today and our future needs for training, recruiting and retention, leadership development, and every other aspect of the HR function," Jum'ah said. He emphasized the importance of developing the right skills and having employees who can see the big picture not only for the company, but for the country on the world stage, as well. "Today, Saudi Aramco is working to develop men and women who are versatile and flexible, and who have both technical knowledge and solid people skills," Jum'ah said. "Ultimately, we need them to recognize the broader context of their individual responsibilities and to appreciate the role they play in the wider work of our company." --MORE
