Videresætning

Videresætning is a Danish term used in human resources and public administration to describe the redeployment of employees or resources within an organization. The aim is to adjust the workforce to current needs while reducing or avoiding layoffs, often during restructurings, efficiency programs, or budgetary changes. Redeployment can involve moving employees to different roles, creating new positions, reassigning duties, or changing work locations, frequently accompanied by retraining or upskilling.

The process typically includes several steps: mapping organizational needs, inventorying employees’ qualifications and career preferences, and matching available positions to suitable staff. It is commonly conducted in consultation with employee representatives or unions and adheres to relevant collective agreements, notice requirements, and social considerations. Support measures such as retraining, coaching, and relocation assistance are often offered to facilitate transitions.

In practice, videresætning serves multiple purposes: it helps preserve employment and maintain service delivery (particularly in the public sector), improves workforce efficiency, and supports organizational adaptation to new strategies or technologies. Challenges can include skill mismatches, insufficient training resources, resistance to change, and the financial costs associated with retraining and relocation.

Legal and organizational contexts influence the scope and success of videresætning. Effective communication, transparent criteria for transfers, and proactive planning are important to maximize positive outcomes and minimize disruption for employees and operations.