OPTIMIZING PERFORMANCE THROUGH MANPOWER PLANNING.
Welcome to the last part of the Manpower planning series!! In case you missed part one and
two we got you !! Part 1 “MEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE” in HR. – imanage, and Part 2
FINDING THE PERFECT FIT FOR YOUR PLAN!! – imanage
Manpower planning boosts productivity by ensuring that the available labour is utilized in the
best possible manner. When strategic personnel planning is done by tying employee
performance to organizational goals, it guarantees organizational success through staff
productivity. Maximizing labor productivity and accomplishing organizational objectives
makes performance enhancement a crucial part of manpower planning.
Maximizing productivity also helps to minimize the waste of money and effort. Manpower
planning facilitates this by predicting future workforce demands, identifying skill gaps, and
developing efficient training programs that improve employee performance and productivity.
Below are some of the strategies that can be used to increase productivity through manpower
planning:
● Identifying performance indicators for each role that are in line with organizational
goal is a crucial part of increasing employee productivity through manpower
planning. Organizations should review the key performance indicators for the different roles regularly to address the ever-changing business needs.
● Finding qualified employees as guided by the job requirements, giving them
development opportunities, and providing them the support they need to improve their
performance.
● Clear performance goals and targets for employees must also be established for
effective workforce planning. This makes it easier for employees to comprehend their
responsibilities and how their particular contributions fit into the overall objectives of
the company. This makes it possible for managers to assess performance and pinpoint
areas where employees might require more assistance or training.
Manpower planning aims to optimize the workforce and achieve business goals. By
identifying performance measures, setting clear performance goals, and implementing these
strategies, organizations are able to boost employee performance and productivity, minimize
costs, and increase profitability.
