Skeleton crew

Minimum number of personnel

A skeleton crew is the minimum number of personnel needed to operate and maintain an item – such as a business, organization, or ship – at its most simple operating requirements. Skeleton crews are often utilized during an emergency and are meant to keep an item's vital functions operating. The COVID-19 pandemic is an example of when skeleton crews are used, such as in news stations.

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