Aligning strategic workforce planning with future-of-work trends through advanced performance management and digital HR infrastructure
HR Change Management Analyst, British Council, Accra, Ghana.
Review Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2019, 04(02), 207-226
Publication history:
Received on 02 December 2019; revised on 25 December 2019; accepted on 30 December 2019
Abstract:
The accelerating pace of technological disruption, demographic shifts, and evolving worker expectations has redefined the future-of-work landscape, posing both strategic risks and transformative opportunities for organizational workforce planning. As traditional talent models falter under the pressures of automation, remote work, and skill obsolescence, there is a growing imperative for organizations to align strategic workforce planning (SWP) with dynamic labor market trends and enterprise agility. This paper explores how advanced performance management systems and digital human resource (HR) infrastructure can serve as foundational enablers in this alignment process. Drawing from global industry case studies and emerging research, we examine the integration of predictive analytics, digital twin modeling for workforce simulation, and AI-driven competency mapping to forecast talent demand and close skills gaps proactively. Special emphasis is placed on the role of real-time performance data and intelligent feedback loops in fostering adaptive learning cultures and agile workforce reallocation strategies. Furthermore, we address key organizational barriers including data silos, governance gaps, and resistance to digital HR transformation that hinder effective implementation. Through a proposed maturity model, the paper outlines a staged roadmap for embedding digital performance tools within broader SWP frameworks to enhance resilience, diversity, and long-term competitiveness. By synthesizing future-of-work foresight with operational HR tech capabilities, this study provides actionable insights for executives, HR leaders, and policymakers aiming to future-proof their human capital strategies in an age of continuous disruption and digital acceleration.
Keywords:
Strategic Workforce Planning; Future of Work; Performance Management; Digital HR Infrastructure; Talent Analytics; Workforce Agility
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