Volitiion IIT’s Mike Dow on rethinking workforce planning in government

Mike Dow, Workday Practice Leader at Volitiion IIT, discussed innovative approaches to federal hiring and employee development using modern workforce management systems. He emphasized the shift from position-based to skill-based hiring, which identifies internal candidates with relevant skills and facilitates temporary promotions. Dow highlighted the importance of aligning workforce planning with learning to address documented skill gaps. He also noted the practical use of AI in Workday to enhance decision-making, predict attrition risk, and align hiring plans with mission needs, all within existing federal policies and budget constraints.