You're not expected to predict the future. But forecasting the developing chasm between supply and demand of critical talent is a challenge that will separate you from the competition, ensuring you have the desired and talent-rich workforce you need years down the road.

Between workforces aging and a shortage of talent fast becoming one of the biggest challenges in today's business environment, strategic workforce planning is now one of human resources' top initiatives.

This paper can alleviate some of the stress associated with the recruitment and talent management process by offering up six pitfalls you should always be aware of when trekking down the workforce planning path. It is pivotal you understand how to properly forecast the right time frame for successfully sourcing and training an employee, as well as estimate the impact of business changes that may occur within this period.

Further, discover how essential implementation is to the entire process, delivering a smooth transition between the current workforce and future employees.