HR planning systems should support an organization’s business plan. Businesses must have a precise blend of knowledge, skills, and abilities among employees.
HR Planning can be separated into three forecasting periods:
- Short-range planning involves projecting workforce staffing requirements.
- Middle-range planning involves a mix of both short- and long-term forecasting.
- Long-range planning requires more strategic analysis and environmental scanning.
The supreme test of a human resource planning system is whether it provides the right number of qualified employees at the right time.