Problem:
The textbook case a student requested assistance with was: Prepare a comprehensive plan in which you present your strategies to recruit, hire and provide onboarding activities for 20 new Engineers, all within 8 months. The solution explains various ways to recruit in today's electronic age. Many organizations simply use social media rather than "print ads" to announce openings. The case specifies 20 new hires is the goal. This solutions provides a recommendation for staggering the 20, so those tasked with training are not overburdened. There is also a discussion on onboarding; to ensure all new 20 employees swiftly become aware of the company's policies, procedures and environment.