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Rapid Growth Context: RST, Inc. has doubled its number of employees and global locations, necessitating a review of positions to ensure the right talent is matched to key roles.

Organizational Needs and Gap Analysis: This analysis identifies the current capabilities, skills, and competencies within the organization, compares them to the desired future state, and highlights gaps that need to be addressed.

First Step in Talent Management: Conducting this analysis is a critical first step to understand where the organization stands and what is needed to support its growth and strategic goals effectively.

Informing HR Policies and Training: The results of the gap analysis will inform the development of HR policies, management training, and other talent development initiatives.

References: Organizational needs and gap analysis is a foundational tool in human resource management and strategic planning, as discussed in resources like "Human Resource Management" by Gary Dessler and guidelines from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).