ConsultNet's 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook Provides Solutions to Current Technology Employment Crisis

SALT LAKE CITY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The United States is facing a technology employment crisis that is adversely affecting growth and development in both the public and private sectors. This startling fact is what prompted ConsultNet, one of the most reputable technology and engineering staffing providers, to produce the ConsultNet 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook. This detailed report describes the current issues and trends impacting the technology staffing environment and includes proposed solutions to alleviate these employment concerns.

“We are experiencing the biggest technology hiring crisis in history. With fewer students graduating with IT-related degrees in the last five years and 77 million baby-boomers on the verge of retirement, CIOs and other execs are faced with major staffing challenges,” said Spencer Shaffer, president of ConsultNet. “ConsultNet is in the unique position of witnessing the struggles and obstacles facing IT employers and professionals alike, and this report helps highlight these issues to start a dialogue on how we can work to resolve these problems.”

Key findings in the 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook include the following:

• Why a technology talent shortage exists in the United States
• How the lack of human capital is adversely affecting business development and technology innovation
• How businesses can alleviate their IT demands
• Top five in-demand skill sets employers need now
• Top five hiring tips
• Proven methods for finding and retaining good employees

The ConsultNet 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook not only provides information on the current IT employment environment, but also offers recommendations on how organizations can solve some of problems caused by the IT worker shortage. For example, the report details strategies organizations should consider to ensure they attract and keep the right IT talent.

“The image portrayed today is one of economic hardship, but the reality for many businesses and industries is growth and expanding employment opportunities,” said Shaffer. “The 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook will help both individuals and businesses understand each other’s needs and requirements for success.”

To download the ConsultNet 2008 Technology Staffing Outlook, visit www.consultnet.com.

About ConsultNet

ConsultNet is an information technology and engineering staffing services firm specializing in temporary, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. With a core focus on information technology, business applications, telecommunications, and engineering staffing, ConsultNet has become one of the most reputable staffing augmentation providers to Fortune 1000 and mid-sized clients nationwide.