The shortage of skilled workers is no longer a challenge of the future—it is a reality today. In 2023 alone, 760,000 positions remained unfilled, impacting businesses and the economy. The sectors most affected by this shortage include STEM professions, healthcare, skilled trades, and IT.
The economic damage in 2023? €49 billion per year.
What is needed now more than ever? Qualified immigration!
... because without it, the problem will only worsen. Moreover, the numbers speak for themselves – companies clearly benefit from diverse teams:
+12% Productivity
+9% Higher revenue
2x more Innovation
The consequences of no qualified immigration?
Supply shortages in healthcare: Fewer caregivers, longer waiting times
Infrastructure & skilled trades in crisis: Construction projects are delayed, renovations stall
Businesses under pressure: Innovation & competitiveness decline
Economic growth stagnates: Fewer skilled workers = less prosperity for all
A smart Global Talent Strategy determines which companies will remain competitive in the future.
But what does such a strategy look like in practice? What works, and what doesn’t? That’s exactly what we’ll explore in the coming weeks.
We look forward to having you join us on this journey!
#GlobalTalentStrategy at ICUnet.Group
📊 Sources: IW (German Economic Institute), BMWK, Boston Consulting Group, Cornell University, Destatis, Harvard University