POST-LAYOFF PLAN

Hackathon I Consulting I Conferences

Rebuilding collective momentum after restructuring.

RESTRUCTURING CAN FRAGILIZE TEAMS

A collective layoff or restructuring doesn’t just affect those who leave. Those who remain can feel disoriented, demotivated, and anxious about the future.

The risks:
• Short-term productivity loss
• Distrust and declining engagement
• Difficulty projecting into new objectives

Without proper support, team cohesion and collective momentum weaken.

 

OUR APPROACH: RECONNECT, REALIGN, REBUILD

At HR Engineering©, we help companies rebuild positive momentum from the transition phase.

Our method relies on creating an “architectural plan” to:

  • Make leadership’s vision and expectations tangible through clear, holistic mapping.
  • Align teams with this map, adjust it based on feedback, and validate each step with leadership.
  • Foster shared understanding and strengthen cohesion through clear objectives.
  • Efficiently structure tasks and responsibilities post-restructuring.

Turn uncertainty into an opportunity for unity and long-lasting collaboration.

THE IMPACT: A STRONGER, MORE ENGAGED TEAM

  • Teams that are united and ready to move forward together
  • Less confusion and greater clarity on roles and priorities
  • Renewed motivation with objectives aligned both individually and collectively.

 

Because those who stay need to feel they are essential to the company’s future.

Rebuilding collective
momentum after
restructuring.

Book a MEETING

Pascale SZTUM

"The Multicultural Expert”, Partner

LinkedIn Profile

I hold an MBA, degrees from Sciences Po, and a background in law, which have been the foundation of my global journey across five continents, working with over 50 nationalities for the last 25 years.

This diverse experience has shaped my deep, practical understanding of cultural dynamics in the corporate world. As a prolific author, my research has been published in Belgium and the United States, reflecting my commitment to bridging theory with real-world application.

My career spans influential roles at global giants like Unilever, Toyota, ING, Commerzbank, and BMW, where I’ve brought transformative impact.

Beyond my corporate achievements, I am passionate about empowering others as a skilled trainer and coach, dedicated to fostering growth and unlocking potential.

Marcel FREI

"The Civil Engineer", Co-Founder

LinkedIn Profile

With 10 years of dedication to civil engineering, Marcel discovered his passion in the BIM method, where he leads the digital transformation of engineering processes.

Currently serving as Head of Digitalization, BIM Engineer, and Project Manager at Dr. Deuring + Oehninger AG in Winterthur, Marcel drives large-scale transformative projects that shape the future of the industry. His ability to manage projects worth up to 20 million reflects his expertise in delivering structure, organization, and efficiency.

Beyond his operational role, Marcel is a key pillar of HR Engineering, contributing as a strategic advisor. He leverages his technical expertise to refine and develop our innovative methodologies.

An inspiring leader, empathetic, analytical, and pragmatic, Marcel blends vision with precision, turning challenges into opportunities. His approach unites engineering rigor with a passion for digitalization, creating solutions that leave a lasting impact on teams and organizations alike.

Eliana FREI

"The HR Innovator", Co-Founder and President

LinkedIn Profile

With nearly 10 years of hands-on experience in HR (HRBP, Project Manager, Recruiter), she has helped shape high-performing and engaged teams in demanding environments.

Her career spans top-tier sectors — from banking in Geneva (Banco Santander, Crédit Agricole next bank) to cutting-edge tech at Sony in Zurich, where she led HR for the AI R&D division in Switzerland. In this role, Eliana drove employee engagement and retention during rapid growth, creating frameworks that supported innovation and stability.

Eliana has spearheaded strategic HR initiatives that make real impact:

  • Expanding branches across German-speaking Switzerland.
  • Embedding corporate values into daily workflows.
  • Transforming teams into champions of change and performance.
  • Structuring work to foster meaning, alignment, and efficiency.

Certified in VMA® Value Analysis, a leading multidisciplinary engineering methodology, Eliana excels in structuring complex projects with clarity and purpose — creating shared understanding that drives results.

From executive meetings to hackathons, Eliana connects the dots between leadership vision and real-world execution, keeping everyone on the same page.