2.3 Evaluating External and Internal Environments

Overview

Previously
We learnt about HR planning.

In this section 
We learn about evaluating external and internal environments.

At the end of this section, you will be able to:

  1. Understand evaluating external and internal environments

External Environment

The act of understanding the surrounding environment is of utmost importance in order to discern potential opportunities and potential threats, to the organisational goals and strategies.

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Internal Environment

The subsequent step involves evaluating the tasks that will be performed and the competencies possessed by the individuals presently employed within the organisation.

  1. The subsequent step involves evaluating the tasks that will be performed and the competencies possessed by the individuals presently employed within the organisation.

  • What are the current job opportunities available?

  • What is the number of individuals currently employed in each job position?

  • What is the number of individuals currently employed in each job position?

  • What is the hierarchical structure of job roles in terms of reporting relationships?

  • To what extent is each job considered essential?

  • What types of employment will be necessary for the successful implementation of future organisational strategies?

  • What are the defining attributes of prospective employment opportunities?

  1. The organisational capabilities inventory refers to an assessment conducted to analyse the knowledge, skills, and abilities possessed by the existing employees within the organisation.

The provided information can be utilised for academic purposes. The objectives of this study are twofold

  • Firstly, to ascertain the future requirements for recruitment, selection, and HR development; and

  • Secondly, to identify the supplementary competencies that will be necessary for the future workforce.

The data obtained through the analysis of the external environment and evaluation of internal strengths and weaknesses is utilised to forecast the supply and demand of human resources.