workforce analysis

[/ˈwɜːrkfɔːrs əˈnæləsɪs/]
nounpl: workforce analyses
análise da força de trabalho
1. A systematic examination of an organization's employees, including their skills, demographics, performance, productivity, and organizational structure to identify trends and inform decision-making
The company conducted a comprehensive workforce analysis to identify skill gaps and training needs.
A empresa realizou uma análise completa da força de trabalho para identificar lacunas de habilidades e necessidades de treinamento.
2. The process of evaluating human resources data to optimize staffing levels, improve efficiency, and plan for future organizational needs
Workforce analysis revealed that the department was understaffed during peak seasons.
A análise da força de trabalho revelou que o departamento estava com falta de pessoal durante as temporadas de pico.
3. An assessment tool used in strategic human resources planning to assess current capabilities and forecast future workforce requirements
Through workforce analysis, management determined the need for more technical professionals.
Por meio da análise da força de trabalho, a administração determinou a necessidade de mais profissionais técnicos.
Workforce analysis has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American corporate cultures as organizations prioritize data-driven decision-making in human resources management. In Brazil, this practice is growing particularly in multinational corporations and large Brazilian companies in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The term reflects the modern business emphasis on strategic human resources planning and talent optimization.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
workforce assessmenthuman resources analysislabor force analysisstaff analysisemployee analysismanpower analysis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
análise da força de trabalho
Standard term used in HR departments and business contexts
São Paulo
análise do quadro de pessoal
Common alternative in corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
análise da mão de obra
Alternative term sometimes used in industrial contexts
Portugal
análise da força laboral
European Portuguese variant with slightly different terminology

Related Words

workforce planninghuman resources metricstalent managementorganizational developmentskills auditstaffing strategy

Related Idioms & Phrases

take stock of the workforce
assess human capital
evaluate staffing needs
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