staffing
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
the process of finding, hiring, and managing the people who work for a company.
the administrative process of recruiting and managing personnel within an organisation.
Simple“The hospital is having trouble with staffing because many nurses are retiring.”
In context“Effective staffing requires a delicate balance between budget constraints and the operational need for skilled personnel during peak hours.”
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun or as a gerund in business contexts.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
the group of people needed to complete a specific project or task.
the specific body of personnel assigned to a particular project, department, or shift.
Simple“We need to increase our staffing for the summer festival next month.”
In context“The current staffing for the research department is insufficient to meet the aggressive deadlines set by the board of directors.”
Usage staffing shortages
“A new report documents how federal agencies have reduced the number of civil rights cases they pursue as staffing falls.”