Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) Practice Exam

Cost savings, availability of talent, and specialized expertise are all reasons for HR to recommend which staffing strategy?

1. Co-sourcing

2. Temporary workers

3. Professional employer organizations

4. Part-time workers

The correct answer is: Co-sourcing

Co-sourcing, also known as selective outsourcing, is recommended for HR mainly due to its cost-saving potential, availability of talent, and access to specialized expertise. It allows organizations to outsource specific HR functions or tasks to external partners, while retaining control over other aspects of HR. This strategy enables companies to reduce their costs by sharing resources and talent with their external partners, while still maintaining a certain level of control and oversight. Temporary workers, although also a form of outsourcing, may not always be the most cost-effective option and may not always provide the specialized expertise that some HR functions require. Professional employer organizations also involve outsourcing a wide range of HR functions, but they can be more expensive and limit the organization's control over HR tasks. Part-time workers may not necessarily offer the same level of specialized expertise and may not be as readily available as full-time workers. Therefore, co-sourcing is the most recommended staffing strategy for cost savings, talent availability, and specialized expertise.