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An HR gap analysis is all about determining what talent you have versus the talent you need to achieve your company’s goals.
Whether you’re examining your entire HR function or focusing on specific areas, such as skills or technology, an HR gap analysis helps you find the gaps so that you can fill them.
But what precisely is a gap analysis in HR, and how do you identify HR gaps?
In this post, we’ll break down the different types of HR gap analyses, outline the steps to an effective gap analysis process, discuss the benefits and challenges, and share best practices.
What is an HR gap analysis?
An HR gap analysis is essentially a comparison between your workforce’s current capabilities and the capabilities they need to achieve your business goals. It’s about identifying what’s missing in your workforce—skills, processes, or structures—and creating a plan to bridge those gaps.
Think of gap analysis as your workforce GPS. It tells you exactly where you are and maps out how to get where you need to go. It gives you a clear roadmap for building a workforce that’s ready for both today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.
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