The "cost-per-hire" metric. Sure it's used by lots of people, but so is astrology. This article explains what's wrong with it and how it could be improved.
Over the past decade, many businesses have mastered the art of doing more with less. Quality, re-engineering, and right-sizing initiatives have resulted in unparalleled gains for American business. But the long-standing mantra of running "lean and mean" is resulting in costs that few anticipated. In many instances, understaffing has become a threat--one that can jeopardize future prosperity.
