In this engaging fireside chat, Peter Cheese, CEO of CIPD, will join us to discuss the critical role of strategic workforce planning in navigating today’s fast-evolving business landscape. We’ll explore how SWP has emerged as a vital function for future-proofing organizations, driven by factors such as technological change, evolving workforce expectations, and global economic pressures. Peter will share insights into the CIPD’s accredited SWP training program, the key skills it imparts, and the impact it has had on HR professionals. Additionally, we’ll discuss the integration of CIPD training with the Workforce Planning Institute’s CP-SWP certification, providing a collaborative pathway for professionals to gain recognition in this field.

Organisations today face unprecedented change and uncertainty, driven by rapid technological advancements, shifting workforce dynamics, and economic pressures. As a result, strategic workforce planning has become a business imperative, ensuring that organizations are not only reactive but proactive in managing their workforce to meet current and future challenges. Education plays a key role in building the skills required for effective SWP, helping professionals stay ahead of trends and drive organisational success.

• The rising importance of strategic workforce planning in modern business contexts.
• Key factors driving the shift towards more robust SWP practices.
• How CIPD’s accredited training program is elevating SWP capabilities within organizations.
• Future trends in SWP and the role of education in preparing professionals for the evolving landscape.
• The integration of CIPD training with the Workforce Planning Institute's CP-SWP certification and its benefits for professionals.

• Understand the key drivers behind the increasing importance of strategic workforce planning
• Gain insights into how SWP contributes to organizational resilience and future-readiness
• Learn about the CIPD’s approach to accredited SWP training and its impact on HR professionals
• Discover future trends in workforce planning and how education can address these emerging needs
• Understand the benefits of integrated training pathways between CIPD and the Workforce Planning Institute for enhancing professional qualifications in SWP.