Talent Planning and Acquisition Flashcards

Which workforce planning analysis identifies the difference between an organization's current talent supply and its future talent demand?

Answer: Gap analysis

A gap analysis compares projected labor demand against the expected internal labor supply to reveal surpluses or shortages.

What is the primary purpose of a replacement chart in succession planning?

Answer: To identify ready candidates for key positions

A replacement chart maps potential internal successors and their readiness for critical roles.

A company hires temporary workers through a staffing agency during a seasonal peak. This is an example of:

Answer: Contingent staffing

Contingent staffing uses temporary, contract, or agency workers to meet fluctuating labor needs.

Which metric divides total recruiting costs by the number of hires?

Answer: Cost-per-hire

Cost-per-hire totals internal and external recruiting expenses divided by the number of positions filled.

Under federal law, what document must employers complete to verify a new hire's identity and authorization to work in the U.S.?

Answer: Form I-9

Form I-9 documents verification of identity and employment eligibility for all new hires.

A yield ratio of 50% from application to interview means that:

Answer: Half of applicants advanced to interviews

A yield ratio measures the percentage of candidates moving from one recruiting stage to the next.

Which sourcing strategy relies on current employees recommending candidates from their networks?

Answer: Employee referral program

Employee referral programs leverage existing staff networks and typically yield strong-quality, lower-cost hires.