Talent Tidbits

Thought for the week
“Recession or no recession, corporate and IT leaders continue to see a key role for IT, especially in regard to capturing efficiencies across the enterprise. Many expect IT investments to grow soon.”  – McKinsey Global Survey

Labour Market Data
Effective recruitment planning is hard without data. Here’s the latest labour data from the ABS.

Workplace Safety Resources
A new report (using 2007 data) sheds light on the number of work related fatalities in Australia. Shockingly 453 fatalities occurred, a 9% increase from the previous financial year.   For all things workplace safety and OH&S SafetyatWork blog, written by Kevin Jones, is a must read.

Gartner Magic Quadrant
Gartner released the e-recruitment magic quadrant. Here’s tips on what to do with the information.

Executive Monitor
The Executive Monitor Survey is now closed. The response has been terrific. A total of 1667 participants started the survey and 1333 completed the survey in full. Already the data is revealing interesting information  about high-income earners. The full report will be available for Free in Feb 2010. If you want a copy register here.