HR Planning OS352 HRM Fisher Sept. 25, 2003

2 Agenda Collect Exercise 2 – s received prior to class also acceptable In-class writing HR planning processes Alternative ways to obtain labor

3 In-class writing How does the use of temporary employees and outsourcing help an organization with its HR planning? Are there potential disadvantages to this approach?

4 HR Planning Step 1: Analyzing HR needs – Job analysis allows you to specify required competencies Step 2: Developing and implementing an approach to meet those needs – Questions to ask? – Data you would use?

5 Forecasting Prediction of labor needs relative to the market – Same as any market: supply and demand What factors are likely to affect an organization ’ s needs for labor? What factors are going to affect supply?

6 Labor shortage vs. surplus How do organizations address these situations? Need to consider – Speed of solution – Congruence with strategy – Affect on employees – Long term ramifications

7 Alternative models of obtaining labor Part time employees Seasonal employees Consultants Contractors – Issues with outsourcing – What is the purpose? – Is it always appropriate?

8 Outsourcing examples Paychex Airport security US military National Park Service Are these appropriate uses of outsourcing?

9 Application of HR Planning Workforce utilization review Part of planning relative to affirmative action – Compare available workforce to own What strategies could be used to address an underutilization situation?

10 For next class No class Sept. 30 – Fall break Topic on Oct. 2 – Recruitment – Review textbook material – Review one internet job site (e.g., Monster.com) – Bring scavenger hunt ads to class Will return exams