Workforce deployment is a broad HR action field in which it is ensured that the capabilities and demands of the workforce are optimally aligned with the requirements of the organization.  It aims to align the number and fit of employees with the organizational structure and associated requirements. 

This alignment is a dynamic process:

It is necessary to systematically optimize the organizational structures and processes. The match between employees and their tasks derived from organization and processes must be continuously ensured.

Deployment is a joint responsibility of managers and HR. It has a strong influence on workforce engagement, performance and retention.