Managing Tech Talent: Attracting, Developing, and Retaining Top Performers
With the tech talent shortage, CIOs must get creative to source, engage, and retain top technology professionals.
The technology skills shortage makes sourcing and retaining top technical talent an uphill battle. According to Recruiting Trends, 61% of IT leaders struggle with attracting tech talent; 54% struggle to retain them.
Through The CIO Circle network, gain insider tips for managing your tech teams:
Maximising Referrals
Referral bonuses and internal communications help motivate staff to recommend candidates from their networks. Make it easy for employees to submit referrals.
Streamlining Hiring
Simplify cumbersome hiring processes using modern applicant tracking systems and online technical assessments. Use chatbots for initial candidate screening.
Offering Training
Investing in continuous skills development demonstrates a commitment to staff and helps upskill. Offer stipends for online courses, certifications, conferences, etc.
Building Engagement
Foster a collaborative, innovative culture and provide opportunities for growth to retain talent. Gather feedback, host social events, and recognise achievements.
Promoting Wellness
Offer benefits like mental health support, flexible schedules, office perks, and wellness reimbursements to support work-life balance.
“Attracting and retaining top talent has become job #1 for CIOs today. The competition for scarce technology experts is fierce.”
– Bobby Cameron, VP Principal Analyst
