Throughout the process of talent management (e.g., recruiting and selecting candidates, assessing performance and potential, developing people, and implementing rewards programs), there is a common and critical thread – the need to assess people. Thanks to extensive research and many innovative solution providers, the market for assessment tools has exploded. Today, companies are using a wide variety of assessment tools to screen and assess candidates, uncover strengths and weaknesses, determine job fit and leadership potential, and identify specific development needs that drive success.