Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation Experis survey: U.S. tech sector remains one of the strongest globally, with one in four employers hiring for digital skills in Q4 MILWAUKEE, Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. tech hiring is cooling compared to last year but remains one of the labor market's bright spots. According to Experis' latest Tech Talent Outlook, tech employers in the U.S. report a Net Employment Outlook (NEO) of 46% for the fourth quarter of 2025 — down two points from Q3 and four points ...

Group 1 - Employers are focusing on workforce retention rather than hiring, with a report from ManpowerGroup indicating a shift in talent outlook as organizations prepare for Q4 [3][4] - A significant number of employers are considering workforce reductions, with only a small percentage planning to hire more in Q4 2025 [4] - Career growth pathways are identified as the leading driver of employee retention, surpassing trust in senior leadership [4] Group 2 - A report from Workday highlights that top performers are leaving companies due to stalled career growth and a decline in internal promotions [5] - Despite potential backlash, large employers (84%) are more likely to maintain diversity and inclusion initiatives compared to smaller companies (67%), viewing them as stabilizing forces amid economic uncertainty [6] Group 3 - Employee retention and burnout are critical concerns for employers, with two-thirds of over 4,000 surveyed expressing worries about stress and burnout effects [8] - Only a quarter of employers provide mental health training for leaders, indicating a gap in support for managing workforce well-being [8] - A majority of employers (74%) plan to implement inclusion and diversity initiatives in 2025 to strengthen organizational culture and combat high turnover [8]

Accessibility StatementSkip Navigation MILWAUKEE, Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Talent Solutions RPO, a global leader in workforce solutions and part of the ManpowerGroup family of brands, today announced it has been named a top provider on HRO Today's 2025 Baker's Dozen list of Enterprise RPO Leaders. Ranking ninth overall, Talent Solutions RPO also secured top 10 placements for Quality of Service (#8) and Size of Deals (#7), underscoring its commitment to delivering measurable results and scalable wor ...

Core Insights - ManpowerGroup released its 2024-2025 Sustainability Report titled "Working to Change the World: A Human-First, Just Transition," highlighting progress in sustainability across three pillars: Planet, People & Prosperity, and Principles of Governance [1][2]. Group 1: Planet - The company reduced direct (scope 1 & 2) emissions by 32% since 2019 and by 9% year-over-year [6]. - Renewable energy usage increased by 18% in 2024, with France and the U.S. jointly procuring almost 13,000 MWh in renewable electricity [6]. - An electric vehicle fleet expansion included the addition of 100 EVs while removing 200 gas-powered vehicles [6]. Group 2: People & Prosperity - The Manpower MyPath program scaled to over 301,000 associates, enhancing employability and providing career pathways [6]. - The company is on track to upskill 170,000 individuals through Experis Academy in Europe, focusing on AI skills and providing intensive training [6]. - Partnerships with clients enabled over 400,000 individuals globally to enhance their digital skills to meet new market demands [6]. Group 3: Principles of Governance - ManpowerGroup was recognized by Ethisphere for the 16th time as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, the highest in the industry [6]. - A comprehensive Double Materiality Assessment (DMA) was completed to align with the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) [6]. - The company founded an AI New Projects Review Committee to create guidelines for ethical and responsible AI use [6].

Core Insights - The 2025 Internal Audit Priorities Survey by Jefferson Wells highlights that cybersecurity remains the top emerging risk for the fifth consecutive year, emphasizing the need for strong cyber defenses in a vulnerable technology landscape [2][4] - Generative AI has emerged as the second most pressing concern, influencing audit strategies and the necessary skillsets to manage these risks [2][4] - Economic uncertainty has become a significant factor for audit leaders, with 26% of respondents citing it as a concern, a notable increase from nearly zero in the previous year [2] Group 1: Key Trends - Cybersecurity is identified as the foremost risk, indicating a critical focus for internal audit functions [2][3] - The rise of generative AI is reshaping audit strategies and toolsets, necessitating new skills for audit teams [2][4] - Economic uncertainty is now a prominent concern, reflecting changing market conditions and their impact on audit priorities [2] Group 2: Challenges Faced - Internal audit departments are facing skill shortages in key areas such as cybersecurity, AI, IT audit, and data analytics [3] - Over 85% of audit leaders are relying on external partners to fill critical skill gaps within their teams [3][4] - The need for internal audit functions to adapt to rapid advancements in technology and economic conditions is underscored [4]

Core Insights - The report titled "The Career Equation: What Attracts Talent Isn't What Keeps Them" reveals a significant disconnect between what organizations believe attracts talent and what actually retains them [2][3] - It emphasizes the importance of cultural fit, career development, and purpose in retaining top talent, rather than just focusing on attraction strategies [3] Key Findings - A survey of 1,029 leaders and 2,402 employees across various regions indicates that 53% of leaders believe their employees are fully engaged, while only 37% of employees report the same [5] - In Latin America, 63% of leaders think their teams are fully engaged, contrasting with only 41% of employees [5] - Engagement levels in Europe and Asia-Pacific are critically low, with only 32% and 33% of employees fully engaged, respectively [5] - Employees prioritize cultural fit and career development as key drivers of engagement, yet only 24% of leaders recognize cultural fit as important, and less than 20% cite career development [5] - While pay and perks may attract talent, long-term retention is driven by intrinsic factors such as purpose, growth, and cultural alignment [5] Industry Implications - The findings suggest that organizations must shift their focus from merely attracting talent to implementing strategies that enhance employee engagement and retention [3] - The report serves as a wake-up call for business leaders to invest in employee skills, careers, and well-being to maintain productivity and profitability [3] - A follow-up report in the State of Careers series is expected to provide further insights and practical strategies for organizations [3]

Group 1 - Employers are becoming cautious in their hiring outlook, focusing more on retention rather than new hiring, with an emphasis on selective hiring to maintain organizational resilience [3][4] - Nearly half of employers surveyed identified attracting qualified applicants and retention as their biggest challenges, with AI talent remaining in demand despite hiring slowdowns in other areas [3] - Two-thirds of HR managers have implemented hiring freezes, and nearly half plan to pause recruitment for at least the next 12 months, leading to a focus on reskilling and internal mobility [4] Group 2 - The global hiring market is becoming more measured due to economic uncertainty, with 45% of employers intending to maintain current workforce levels in Q4 2025, the highest since early 2022 [6] - Less than 40% of employers plan to add staff in Q4, while 15% expect to reduce their workforce, indicating a cautious approach to hiring [6] - Employers that do intend to hire are focusing on specific capabilities, particularly in technological advancement [6]

Core Insights - Experis has been recognized as a Leader in Everest Group's U.S. IT Contingent Talent and Strategic Solutions PEAK Matrix® Assessment for the fourth consecutive year, highlighting its strong market position and service offerings [1][5]. Company Overview - Experis is a global leader in technology workforce solutions, part of the ManpowerGroup family, focusing on attracting, assessing, and placing specialized technology talent [6][9]. - The company provides extensive training and development programs through Experis Academy and operates Specialized Centers of Excellence (COEs) to enhance domain expertise [6][8]. Service Offerings - Experis delivers talent across various domains, including application, infrastructure, data, and automation services, serving key industries such as banking, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, wholesale and retail trade, and healthcare [3][4]. - The company emphasizes managed services and specialized practice areas, including tech transformation strategy, enterprise applications, cloud and infrastructure, digital workspace, and cybersecurity [3][4]. Strategic Focus - Experis has a significant focus on leveraging AI, analytics, and automation to improve client and candidate experiences, utilizing proprietary platforms like the Experis PowerSuite™ technology stack [4][7]. - The company has made strategic investments to strengthen its offerings and maintain resilience in a challenging staffing market [4][5]. Recognition and Assessment - The PEAK Matrix® Assessment evaluates contingent staffing providers based on market success, delivery capability, vision and strategy, innovation, investments, and delivery footprint, with Experis being one of only seven companies recognized as a Leader out of 30 assessed [5].

Core Insights - Manpower has been recognized by Everest Group as a Leader and Star Performer, reflecting its strong vision and commitment to addressing workforce challenges [2][9] - The company received high scores for value delivered, scope of services, and vision and strategy, highlighting its robust upskilling programs and investments in managed services and proprietary technology [1][4] Company Overview - Manpower, part of ManpowerGroup, is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing strategic and operational flexibility to companies [5] - The company utilizes data-driven insights for talent assessment and placement, and its PowerSuite tech platform aids in predicting performance potential [5] - Manpower's MyPath skilling program focuses on rapid skills development through on-the-job training and market-based certifications [5] Industry Recognition - Everest Group's PEAK Matrix® Assessment evaluates contingent staffing providers based on market success and delivery capability, classifying companies into Leaders, Major Contenders, or Aspirants [2] - The Star Performer distinction is awarded to organizations showing significant year-over-year improvements in market success and capability advancement [3] Strategic Initiatives - Manpower's focus on skilled trades and its Manufacturing Center of Excellence exemplify its commitment to elevating skilled trades [2][4] - Investments in proprietary platforms like Sophie and PowerSuite, along with data-driven tools such as Total Cost of Workforce (TCoW) and Client Stability Index (CSI), demonstrate innovation and operational efficiency [4]

Group 1: Industry Performance - The performance of human resource service providers in Europe and the US showed signs of stabilization in Q2 after a poor start to the year, with companies like ManpowerGroup, Robert Half, and Adecco reporting slight sequential profit growth as employers adapt to geopolitical and economic instability [1] - Adecco's Q2 earnings exceeded expectations due to a faster-than-expected increase in flexible positions, with the company anticipating better earnings in the second half of the year [4] - Robert Half's Q3 guidance fell below expectations, and the company reported a 16% decline in gross profit for the first half of the year due to weak recruitment activity in Europe [5] Group 2: Market Sentiment and Challenges - Despite some positive signs, the overall tone in the industry remains cautious, with companies warning of ongoing challenges ahead [4] - Analysts indicate that the job market is still sluggish, with manufacturing and professional services sectors experiencing slowed employment growth, which are key areas for ManpowerGroup and Robert Half [6] - In Europe, the job market is particularly dire, with the UK's unemployment rate reaching a four-year high and job vacancies falling below pre-pandemic levels, influenced by rising labor costs and government policies [6]