Prior to the pandemic the challenge was no different for some IT skill sets however as the true potential of digital has been witnessed in our organisations the challenge is an even greater one affecting almost all areas.
Having looked at this recently in my own organisation part of the challenge now is making the type of work available attractive, not only in terms of the financial compensation, but the organisational culture and flexibility that it can offer potential recruits. The pandemic has proven that homeworking can be successful as productivity hasn't really been impacted and the digital workplace initiatives we all worked on actually delivered real benefits for our workforces.
Many looking to move roles aren't always attracted to greater compensation but aspects such as flexible working, organisational approach to sustainability and culture. Many potential recruits are willing to forego a larger salary for the ability to work in way which suits their lifestyle. Whether this to spend more time with family or simply to spend more time on the golf course by working in a different way. For new entrants into the workplace even the digital tools employees will use to communicate, collaborate and share information may be a criterion used when selecting you as an employer.
I'm aware of several examples of where current employees who have now had a taste of true remote and home working during the pandemic are seeking to change jobs if their current employer wants to revert to the old ways of working (before last March!!).
