European Issue Autumn 2016

1510, 2016

Don’t Be Shy

By |October 15th, 2016|

Whether we’re out at the customer’s site with suppliers or events; whether we negotiate, respond to emails or participate in calls: We talk, we write, we listen. In short, we communicate. Because we are driven by the objectives to create a better programme, to deliver a better service, to foster innovation and to motivate others […]

1510, 2016

Robotic Recruiters

By |October 15th, 2016|

The development of self-learning programmes like IBM Watson has opened up the potential for the automation of many traditional human tasks. The loss of jobs to technology has been with us since the advent of the Industrial Revolution but the latest leap in cognitive computing puts whole swathes of professional jobs at risk.

The Doctor Is […]

1510, 2016

Regaining Control

By |October 15th, 2016|

In May 2018, Europe’s laws on data protection will undergo fundamental changes to allow individuals to regain control of their personal data. The reforms will also put an end to the patchwork of data protection rules that currently exists in the European Union.

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will establish a single set of rules […]

1510, 2016

View From the Boardroom: Get Empowered

By |October 15th, 2016|

You only need to look at companies such as Uber, eBay and Airbnb to see how technology has completely transformed a number of industries. Businesses of all shapes and sizes are racing to set a digital strategy and shift ways of working in order to maximise the benefits of new technologies, covering everything from robotics […]

1510, 2016

Where Next?

By |October 15th, 2016|

You have conquered your home market. You have examined sectors that you might want to expand into, but feel you can achieve your next jump in profits by expanding abroad. So where should you go?

Staffing Industry Analysts has developed a methodology for evaluating the potential of each staffing market. This provides a basic structure for […]

1510, 2016

2016 Staffing 100 Europe

By , , , , and |October 15th, 2016|

A serious, loyal readership base: You. And I am happy to announce the 2016 Europe Staffing 100 list that celebrates your success. We want to keep you coming back for more with content and research that you find engaging and — more importantly — useful for your business. But this time around, it’s about singing your praises. […]

1510, 2016

Growing Abroad

By |October 15th, 2016|

Staffing firms based in one or several countries are increasingly looking to expand their geographic footprint and take advantage of high growth markets, possibly by following existing clients into new territories.

Before you get started, however, use Staffing Industry Analysts’ bi-annual global staffing forecasts for benchmarking performance against the broader market, budgeting or investing decisions, and […]

1510, 2016

Beyond Borders

By |October 15th, 2016|

Today’s labour markets are increasingly global, interconnected and interdependent. Matching labour market supply with demand is no longer just a national or regional consideration, but must be viewed in a global context.

Despite the fact that more than 200 million people around the world are looking for a job, 38% of companies face difficulties filling jobs […]