Demand for IT Contractors is High – Don’t Miss Out!

If there’s one thing that’s certain across every industry, it’s that the need for skilled IT contractors and employees continues. Why? Between new technologies and a high demand in specific industries, IT contractors with the right skills are hot commodities.

What are those skills? Right now, there is terrific growth in the mobile application development space, and the push to make meaning out of Big Data is creating a need for data warehouse architects. Web commerce and the growth in electronic medical records are resulting in more, and more complex, data that needs to be analyzed.

On the other hand, our retail banking system relies heavily on outdated legacy systems. There’s a real need to focus on keeping those systems constantly updated in line with technological advances—creating a strong market for those with knowledge of these legacy systems. Software developers are in high demand. And individuals who are able to work in both current and legacy technologies are particularly hot.

What does this mean for employers? If you’re going to need IT contractors, you’re going to need a competitive edge.

As more and more companies turn to IT staffing and recruiting firms to achieve cost savings, it will become more difficult to procure smart talent with the right IT skills. Employment among IT professionals is projected to grow 31% over the next five years, so a staffing company’s IT talent pool will have lots of choices and will become increasingly selective.

To gain a competitive edge, you need to make your company desirable, so the most qualified individuals will want to work for you. Ask yourself, “Why would a potential employee want to work here?” Here’s how to answer that question and attract the cream of the crop to your company:

• Compensation. You’re going to have to offer competitive pay. Salary data for contract IT workers across the United States shows inflationary pressure. With a limited talent pool, demand is outpacing supply.

• Environment. If your work environment is horrible, even if you pay $10,000 more than the industry standard, people will leave. What constitutes your work environment? Not only the type of furniture and décor you have, but the personality and culture of your business.

• What You Do. Are you in an exciting industry? Are you starting something that has never been done before? Top talent enjoys a challenge.

• Technology. Obviously, when trying to attract IT talent, you should be using the latest and greatest technology—or hiring them to help you get it.

• Benefits and Perks. You can pay a little less in salary if you offer great benefits and perks, like comprehensive health insurance, access to a gym or a paid gym membership, telecommuting or flexible hours or free lunch a few times a week.

If you don’t feel confident in your ability to attract top talent, if you’re not sure what competitive wages are or if you’re just not finding the right people, call or contact the team at Triumph. See what our proven success in IT recruiting can do for your company!