Does your organisation have the capability it needs to succeed? Get independent, evidence-based insight into your workforce skill and capability gaps.
The Skills Gap Problem
employees not proficient in their current role
employers reporting skill gaps having a major impact on their business
Source: Evolving Skills Landscape, Australian Human Resources Institute 2024
Organisational capability gaps reflect deficiencies across skills, processes, technology and structure—with skill gaps acting as the catalyst that amplifies weaknesses system-wide
Persistent skill gaps compound silently—undermining performance and strategic execution while fueling workplace stress and eroding team morale.
Skill gaps exist in most organisations—but without rigorous assessment, their real impact remains hidden. Get an independent, evidence-based assessment and advice and unlock your teams’ potential.
Our Approach
Evidence-Based Solutions That Drive Real Change
We don't rely on assumptions or off-the-shelf frameworks. Every solution we deliver is based on rigorous research of your unique situation and data analysis because persistent skills and capability gaps won’t be solved with more of the same.
Independent Assessment
We bring an objective, external perspective to uncover the capability gaps and structural issues that internal teams often can't see, are reluctant to acknowledge or lack the capacity to solve.
Rigorous Research & Analysis
Using proven research methodologies and sophisticated data analytics, we investigate your specific challenges in depth. This generates reliable insights you can rely on.
Collaborative Design
Through facilitated workshops, we work alongside your leadership team to transform insights into practical strategies. This collaborative process builds genuine ownership and buy-in from the people who need to execute the change.
Measurable Impact
We don't just deliver reports. We help you implement solutions and establish clear metrics to track progress and demonstrate ROI.
This research-driven approach underpins everything we do – from capability assessments to organisational transformation –ensuring you get solutions backed by evidence.
About Regional Capability Systems
Based in regional Victoria, we're an independent consultancy bringing rigorous research methodology and practical implementation expertise to workforce skills and organisational capability challenges across Australia.
Our team combines deep experience in workforce research, organisational development and business management—backed by collaborations with leading universities, training providers and industry bodies. This allows us to deliver both the analytical rigour of academic research and the practical solutions that drive lasting and positive outcomes.
We work with organisations of all sizes—from regional employers to national enterprises—who need evidence-based insight and advice to solve complex workforce challenges.
Our Expertise
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Get clarity on where you stand—and where you need to go.
Pinpoint current skills gaps and receive an actionable roadmap for development. Our comprehensive assessment gives you certainty about your team's capabilities and guides your investment in people and systems. You'll walk away with clear priorities for development and a strategic plan to build a more skilled, effective and future-ready workforce.
Ideal for: Strategic planning, restructures, new initiatives requiring specific capabilities
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Build the workforce you need for tomorrow's challenges.
We identify the skills gaps and structural roadblocks holding you back, then deliver a comprehensive roadmap for your future workforce. Through rigorous analysis of your strategic objectives, current capabilities and emerging needs, we provide clarity on workforce requirements—from team structures to critical skill sets. You'll receive an evidence-based plan that guides decisions on recruitment, restructuring and capability priorities.
Ideal for: Growth phases, strategic planning, organisational restructures, new business models
Often combined with our Workforce Development services for end-to-end workforce transformation.
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Transform capability gaps into competitive advantage.
We design and implement comprehensive workforce solutions—from team restructuring and role redesign to capability frameworks and performance systems. Working hands-on with your leaders, we close capability gaps through strategic interventions that go beyond training alone. Our approach combines practical implementation support with robust evaluation frameworks, ensuring your investment in people delivers measurable business impact.
Ideal for: Organisational restructures, capability uplift programs, operational improvement, performance enhancement
Often paired with our Strategic Workforce Planning services to move seamlessly from analysis to action.
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Upskill and reskill your workforce for lasting impact.
Build the specific skills your organisation needs through targeted learning programs. We design and deliver bespoke training solutions—either by building your internal L&D capability or partnering directly with your teams to deliver programs. Through our connections with universities, TAFEs and industry training providers, we create learning pathways that address critical skill gaps and future-proof your workforce.
Ideal for: Skills transformation, learning program design, building internal L&D capability, future-proofing workforce
Often follows our Capability Assessments or Strategic Workforce Planning to address identified skill gaps.
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Design organisations that adapt and thrive.
We partner with you to develop the right structures, streamlined systems and adaptive culture needed for sustainable performance. Through the design and implementation of effective operating models, performance frameworks and change management strategies, we can empower your teams to navigate change and deliver results.
Ideal for: Transformation programs, merger integration, culture change initiatives