This document provides an overview of human resource planning. It defines HRP as analyzing and identifying an organization's need for and availability of human resources to meet its objectives. The key aspects of HRP covered are: forecasting future demand and supply of labor, determining labor surpluses and shortages, and developing an HR plan that identifies business needs and strategies, conducts job analyses, and determines feasible hiring arrangements. Effective alignment of workforce planning with department goals is critical for business continuity and achieving priorities.