Step 2: Review Each Cell
Once you have completed your inventory, the real diagnosis can begin. Begin your analysis by reviewing the content of each of the four cells, answering the following questions.
Is There Anything That Is Missing?
Are there any key pieces that you think are missing from any of the components? For example, in the long term/business planning cell, there might be a well-defined business strategy, but no clear objectives. Does a business strategy exist? In some cases, the long term/staff planning cell may be empty—for example, when neither a comprehensive HR strategy nor long-term staffing strategies currently exist.
If you do identify missing pieces, determine whether they are absolutely necessary or simply “nice to have.” ...
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