Economists, journalists, university researchers and think tanks are among the thousands of thought leaders who closely follow Manpower research products, utilizing our data to help them assess and forecast the health and direction of the world’s labor markets. They look to Manpower and our family of companies to provide information for today and insight on tomorrow. Please visit this page often to view our most current offerings.
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Nov 2009
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Rules of Engagement: Harnessing the Potential of the Contingent Workforce
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Our new World of Work Insight describes why more organizations are turning to contingent employees to help them achieve strategic goals and better manage risk. It also describes why it is important to align contingent workers with your overall business strategy, and the simple steps you can take to maximize their value and performance. |
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Nov 2009
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The Role of Contingent Workers in Workforce Strategy Survey
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This Manpower research report draws on responses from more than 41,000 employers in 35 countries and territories to learn more about the current role of contingent workers in workforce strategy. Manpower believes that over time, as companies emerge from this recession and ultimately recover, contingent workers will play an ever more strategic role in employers' workforce strategy. Yet our findings suggest that organizations could do more to ensure that their contingent employees perform at the highest levels. |
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Sep 2009
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Change and Challenge in the Public Sector Workplace
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This white paper looks at the myriad of challenges facing both human resources departments and Federal Agency leaders as they try to deal with a retiring labor force and increasing social responsibility and missions. Suggested actions are included that could alleviate some of the pressure. |
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4Q2009
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Manpower Employment Outlook Survey
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Research report: This forward-looking survey examines the hiring activities for 4Q2009 across 35 countries and territories. One of the most trusted indices for employment. |
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3Q2009
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Manpower Employment Outlook Survey
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Research report: This forward-looking survey examines the hiring activities for 3Q2009 across 34 countries and territories. One of the most trusted indices for employment. |
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May 2009
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The Global Talent Crunch: Why Employer Branding Matters Now (2009)
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This eight-page Fresh Perspectives paper discusses the results of our 2009 Talent Shortage Survey and the need for organizations to build their employer brand in order to attract and retain the talent they need. Companies must look beyond this recession to the inevitable recovery and to the intensifying talent shortages that will follow. By focusing now on building their employer brands and enhancing their appeal to talented workers with scarce and vital skills, organizations can position themselves to win lasting competitive advantage in the talent marketplace. |
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May 2009
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2009 Talent Shortage Results Report
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This report details findings from nearly 39,000 employers across 33 countries and territories to determine the extent to which talent shortages are impacting today's labor markets. The results of the fourth annual Talent Shortage Survey revealed that 30 percent of employers worldwide are having difficulty filling positions due to the lack of suitable talent available in their markets, which is only one percent weaker compared to last year's survey, despite the global economic downturn. |
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Apr 2009
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Insights into IT Professionals (Australia)
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IT professionals are in the top 10 occupations experiencing talent shortages in Australia, meaning that both governments and businesses need to develop attraction and retention strategies to ensure they can secure qualified professionals. |
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Apr 2009
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ICT Market Insights (Australia)
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Although the economic downturn in Australia is considered mild compared to other OECD countries, the outlook for the Australian ICT industry in 2009 is much less favorable than in recent years. With economic conditions deteriorating and business and consumer confidence falling sharply, projections for ICT spending have declined steeply. Taking this into account, Australian businesses are reassessing how they spend their money on ICT products, services and employment. |
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Apr 2009
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Insight into IT Professionals (New Zealand)
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The ICT sector has been identified as one of the key contributors to the future economic growth and international competitiveness of New Zealand. |
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2Q2009
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Manpower Employment Outlook Survey
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Research report: This forward-looking survey examines the hiring activities for 2Q2009 across 33 countries and territories. One of the most trusted indices for employment. |
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Jan 2009
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Manpower Inc. Calls for Greater Recognition of the Role of Women in the Post-Crisis Labor Market
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This World of Work Insight calls for the increased engagement of women in the global workforce as a key component of long-term economic growth and sustainable employment. |
Economists, journalists, university researchers and think tanks are among the thousands of thought leaders who closely follow Manpower research products, utilizing our data to help them assess and forecast the health and direction of the world’s labor markets. They look to Manpower and our family of companies to provide information for today and insight on tomorrow. Please visit this page often to view our most current offerings.
