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Question
Discuss the first five steps involved in the process of staffing.
Solution
Staffing process includes the following steps :
Estimating the Manpower Requirements: At the first step of staffing, the need for the required number of employees is estimated. Under this, it is ensured that capable employees are available in an adequate number. At the time of determining the number of persons required. The possibilities regarding promotions, retirements, resignation, etc. should be taken into consideration.
Recruitment: Recruitment is the process of searching for prospective employees and stimulating them to apply for jobs in the organisation. The main objective of recruitment is to create a pool of prospective job candidates. Higher the number of people who apply for a job, the higher will be the possibility of getting a suitable employee.
Selection: Under the process of selection, competent applicants are selected out of a large number of them. It is important to keep in mind that the ability of the applicant and the nature of work must match. The closest matching will bring the best results. To complete the selection process mam tests are conducted. Finally, an applicant is selected if he/she is declared pass in the interview.
Placement and Orientation: Placement means putting the selected candidate at the right job after considering his ability and capability. Orientation means the introduction of new employees with the existing employees and rules and regulations of the organisation.
Training and Development: Training is to impart training and development to employees to increase their efficiency and effectiveness. Training reduces the cost of production and helps in the maintenance of machines and tools and reduces the number of accidents.
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