How Flexible IT Resource Management Improves Your Workplace was published in Human Capital Innovations by George Contino, Vice President of Resource Management Services at Verinext. Read the original article here.
The IT skills gap is a growing challenge for organizations worldwide. Recent data highlights technology as a driver for achieving business objectives for 74% of organizations. Yet, many struggle to meet their goals due to shortages in expertise, particularly in areas like cloud management and security. With IT personnel salaries ranging from $92,750 to $145,080 annually, it’s no surprise that global IT spending is projected to hit 4.7 trillion by the end of 2024, a 5.3% increase over the past year.
However, not all organizations can afford the high costs of maintaining a full-time, fully-skilled IT team. This is where flexible resource management for your IT staffing can offer a cost-effective alternative to bridge the talent gap without straining budgets. Learn how this approach can help any business maintain efficiency and security and provide the training necessary to transform your workplace.
What’s Behind the Boom?
Flexible resource management for your IT staff means dynamically scaling your IT workforce to meet changing demands. This model includes temporary hires, short- and long-term contracted experts, and outsourced teams to address specific projects or seasonal needs. Several factors have influenced the recent ‘boom’ in use:
The Pace of Innovation
Recently, IT demand has exploded as a response to technology innovation being delivered at breakneck speed. A 2024 survey by Gartner reveals that 63% of IT leaders believe their teams lack the necessary skills to adopt emerging technologies. Flexible resource management solutions allow organizations to onboard specialized talent for cutting-edge projects without committing to long-term hires.
Predictable Peak Periods (cost savings?)
Increase in Data Analytics
Skill Gap in Cybersecurity
Skill Gap in Cloud Management and Security
A recent survey found that 32% of respondents felt a shortage of skills in IT lead to barrier problems in their cloud environments. Further evidence published in September 2024 found that cloud computing security was among the top skills gaps in security teams. While training and fully staffed teams are key to defense, both are not an option for every organization. Flexibly adding IT staff with an expert resource management partner helps these organizations achieve rapid time-to-value and bring in experts at an affordable price.
A Call and Response
To fill skill gaps, keep up with innovation, and prevent burnout during peak periods, businesses are turning to resource management partners for flexible IT staffing, but these are only a handful of use cases; resource management solutions can also:
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Reduce Costs – Hiring full-time employees comes with overhead costs, including benefits, training and office space. By leveraging a flexible resource management approach, organizations can reduce these expenses.
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Increase Access to Specialized Expertise – Certain projects, such as cloud migrations or cybersecurity enhancements, require niche expertise. Using a resource management partner can connect businesses with highly skilled professionals, ensuring projects are completed efficiently.
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Improve Workforce Agility – Using flexible models for engaging IT experts can empower organizations to adapt swiftly to market changes. Whether responding to a cybersecurity breach or launching a new digital product, companies with agile IT teams are more likely to meet critical deadlines.
As the pace of technology pushes forward, IT departments in every industry will need extra support; the question is how each business will choose to do so. From cost savings and access to expertise to enhanced agility, a trusted resource management partner will deliver the flexible IT expertise that organizations need to stay ahead of the curve and continue fostering innovation and resilience.
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