10:
Staffing in Management
Process, Objectives, and Human
Resource Development
Introduction
Staffing is one
of the most vital managerial functions, focusing on acquiring, developing,
utilizing, and retaining human resources in an organization. It ensures that
the right number of people with the right skills are positioned at the right
place and time to achieve organizational goals effectively.
In simplified
terms, staffing can be defined as:
“Planning,
acquiring, training, placing, and developing human resources according to the
needs of the organization.”
According to
George R. Terry:
“Staffing
is the process concerned with obtaining and maintaining a satisfactory and
satisfied work force.”
It is important to understand that staffing is not limited to the recruitment of employees. It encompasses a wide range of human resource activities such as training, development, motivation, performance management, promotion, employee welfare, and even post-retirement support.
