Managers are the ultimate executors of the workforce plan.

For them, planning is a practical team-level activity. 

It involves assessing the skills and career aspirations of each team member, identifying gaps in the team’s ability to meet its objectives, and planning for backfills or new skills needed for upcoming projects. 

Managers provide crucial input into the organization-wide plan by forecasting their team’s needs. 

They are then responsible for implementing strategies like mentoring, on-the-job training, and performance management. 

Their buy-in is essential for the success of any retention, development, or mobility initiative.