Overcoming Obstacles in the Creation and Execution of a Workforce Planning Program

As a human resources consultant, respond to the following:

What challenges might HR professionals experience when they engage with senior leaders and middle managers on what workforce planning is and how it can influence hiring, promoting, and employee development opportunities in the future?

What are the benefits of workforce planning in terms of having a dynamic workforce that is prepared for short-term, mid-term, and potential long-term shifts in specific occupational markets?

How might metrics and dashboards contribute to workforce planning activities?