Introduction An essential component of every successful organization is talent management, which includes hiring the right people, helping them grow professionally, keeping them around, and making the most of their abilities. But a clear and strategic plan is necessary for talent management to work (Anwar, et al., 2014) . In this paper, we will look at the importance of strategic planning in talent management, the advantages of such planning, and the factors that should be considered while creating such a plan. The Strategic Imperative of Talent Management Planning Alignment with Organizational Goals A strategic talent management strategy matches talent efforts with business goals. Understanding the skills, competences, and capabilities needed to accomplish strategic goals helps organizations adjust personnel management activities. This aligns personnel investments with organizational success, boosting performance and innovation. Attracting and Retaining Top Talen