When strategically tied to the orga

When strategically tied to the organization’s vision, mission, and goals, planning for workforce needs is a key element of success. HR professionals must provide expertise for management in deciding whether to aggressively develop current employees for future growth in the organization, hire candidates from the outside, or use alternative staffing methods to accomplish the work that needs to be done. Understanding the implications of each approach allows HR to guide management in making decisions that best suit the organization’s needs, culture, and values.Identifying candidates who not only have the best KSAs for the job but whose personal goals, ambitions, and qualities also complement the needs of the organization requires HR professionals to be keenly aware of the organization’s strategic direction. Providing opportunities to all qualified candidates opens up the labor pool available to the organization and includes candidates with a great deal to offer who might not have been considered in the past.