6 June 2018

Human resources plan: 2 steps to develop a human resources plan

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To have a human resources plan is basic for any company, regardless of its size, sector of activity, number of employees, etc. But how can we draw up a plan that really suits our company? By following the two simple steps we tell you about in today's article.

Human resource plan, step 1: knowing what it is and what it consists of

The first step in developing your own human resources plan is to understand what it is and what it is not such schemes, or, in other words, to know exactly which sections should be included so that it does not become a mere piece of paper.

We explain it quickly: a human resources plan is a structured document which summarises and explains how the different departments or areas of our company's activities and which professionals We need to recruit in order to achieve the objectives we have set ourselves as a company: accounting, marketing, communication, sales, purchasing... A human resources plan also usually includes other important information such as, for example, salary policies (fixed and variable), the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, the salary structure, etc. flexible), the recruitment and internal promotion policy, the continuous training plans to be implemented on a regular basis, etc.

The human resources plan is part of a larger one called the Business Plan and it is necessary to prepare it well because it has a decisive influence on the economic performance of the company.

Step 2: Decide what to include in the human resources plan

Each company decides which sections to include in its own human resources plan, but it is up to the company to decide which sections to include in its own human resources plan. there are three that should not be missing The organisational chart of the company, the definition of each job and the measures to motivate staff. We look at this in detail below.

Section 1: describe the organisation chart of the company.

The hierarchical organisation chart of your company is essential for avoid many internal problemsThe organisational chart is very simple to draw up: start from the top and work your way down, for example: conflicts between professionals, lack of accountability, lack of leadership, etc. Drawing up this organisation chart is very simple: start from the top and work your way down, for example, by breaking down the different areas of work:

  • Management.
  • Human resources department.
  • Customer Service Department.
  • Administrative department.
  • Purchasing department and supplier relations.
  • IT department.
  • Communication department, etc.

Paragraph 2: describe each job

The second part of your human resources plan will take a little more time than thinking about the organisation chart, but trust us: it is worthwhile. In this second section you should include the ideal profile of each professional who will form part of each of the departments listed in the previous section: qualifications, experience, language level, specialised knowledge, etc.

Section 3: Describe your motivation policy

Any good human resources plan should include a section describing in detail the different actions to be implemented. to retain talent, improving their commitment with your organisation, update your theoretical and practical knowledge, etc.

These measures of motivation and well-being at work can be of all kinds: flexible working hours and flexible working time to improve work performance. reconciling work and family life of your staff, continuous training days, agreements with nearby restaurants to avoid the comings and goings of your staff at lunchtime, etc.

In summary: knowing what a human resources plan is and what it consists of and taking into account the essential sections that you should include in this document are two simple steps that will help you to customise that basic working tool for your organisation called human resources plan.

Edenred Spain

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