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Workforce modelling – how to get started with problem formulation

Workforce Planning Aligned to Six Steps

 

Our workforce modelling approach has been designed to support our Six Steps Methodology to Integrated Workforce Planning®.  Workforce modelling can be developed to define the required workforce (demand), understanding workforce availability (supply) or both.

This useful resource outlines the steps to take for successful workforce modelling, with a focus on how to get started with problem formulation. Other sections include;

  • Data collection
  • Model development
  • Quality assurance
  • Scenario planning
  • Monitoring and evaluating

The temptation with workforce modelling is to jump to a solution without first defining what is trying to be achieved. Working with key stakeholders to gain a clear understanding of the problem, and to reach an agreement on what should be the focus, is a crucial first step.

 

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