PS IHEART You: The Lost Art of Strategic Workforce Planning
Posted on: 06/01/2026
Podcasts
In this episode, Matthew and Michelle discuss why strategic workforce planning is essential for local authorities. They explore the impact of AI, shadow AI risks, and the gap between digital-native workers and experienced staff. They also examine how hybrid working is reshaping culture, and why long-term thinking is key to a future-ready workforce. Strategic workforce planning, they argue, is the “instruction manual” aligning all parts of the organisational windmill. Tune in to discover how HR, leaders and services can turn planning into a movement, not just a moment.
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