TABLE $2-6-$ Nine Elements of the Staffing Strategy

Do we want a core or flexible workforce?

Do we prefer to hire internally or externally?

Do we want to hire for or train and develop needed skills?

Do we want to replace or retain our talent?

What levels of which skills do we need where?

Will we staff proactively or reactively?

Which jobs should we focus on$?$

Is staffing treated as an investment or a cost?

Will staffing be centralized or decentralized?

ASSIGNMENT:

a$.$ Develop a formal talent philosophy, HR strategy, and specific staffing strategy for Chern's sales associates.

b$.$ Address each of the nine strategic staffing decisions for this important

c$.$ Explain each of your recommendations for the nine decisions.