“A job interview or a resume gives a certain image of a candidate. However, we were looking for an instrument with which we can understand the candidate and with which we can test whether the person we see in front of us is indeed the candidate we are looking for. That is why we use Thomas International’s Personal Profile Analysis (PPA). This assessment measures candidates’ behavioral style. Based on this, we can determine whether the position suits the person and their communication preferences” says Riny. CEVA Logistics not only uses the PPA as a selection tool upon arrival, but extends this to the continuous development of the employee. Every member of the HR team Is trained in Thomas’ PPA. 

For higher management positions, CEVA Logistics also uses the GIA assessment to gain insight into a candidate’s learning ability. Riny comments, “The market is constantly changing and our customers are asking for innovation and improvements. For certain positions, it is therefore important for us to know how quickly someone absorbs and masters new information.” The assessment takes approximately 35 minutes and provides insight into candidates’ learning capacity. It also helps to identify leadership potential, a purpose for which Ingram is beginning to implement the solution.