Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

overstaff

verb

/ˌoʊvəˈstæf/

Definition

To employ more staff than is necessary for a particular task or operation.

Examples

The company decided to overstaff its customer support team during the holiday season.
If we continue to overstaff, we may need to cut costs in other areas.
Overstaffing can result in a lack of motivation among employees due to reduced responsibilities.

Meaning

Overstaffing occurs when an organization hires more employees than needed to efficiently meet its operational demands. This can lead to higher payroll costs and reduced productivity.