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PORTERS at the Hybrid Recruitment Conference 2025

On May 15, 2025, the PORTERS Corporation, known for its groundbreaking recruitment matching system, will participate in a significant hybrid event hosted by Bungei Shunju Co., Ltd. This conference, titled "The Deep Root of Recruitment Mismatches," is set to address pressing issues within the recruitment and staffing industry. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how to leverage company data effectively to drive digital transformation (DX) in their businesses.

The session will feature Tomomi Watanabe, the Vice President of PORTERS, who will discuss the crucial theme: "Are you making proper use of your company's data? Insight from PORTERS, which has led the way in DX for the recruitment and staffing sector to realize revenue growth and cost reduction."

The Importance of Data Utilization

In an era marked by worker shortages and rising costs, businesses are feeling the strain. A recent survey conducted by Teikoku Databank revealed that over fifty percent of companies are struggling with a lack of permanent staff. The challenges of the so-called 2025 and 2030 labor shortages present a pressing need for companies to enhance productivity while devising effective talent acquisition and retention strategies.

Factors contributing to this talent shortage range from an aging population and shifting worker lifestyles to the mismatch of expectations between employers and job seekers. Issues such as gaps in desired skills and actual capabilities, misaligned values, expectation discrepancies, challenges in the selection process, and the obsolescence of skills are all significant contributors to this dilemma. As a result, the role of recruitment agents is evolving.

The Evolving Role of Recruitment Agents

To tackle these mismatches, recruitment agents are increasingly being called upon to enhance the accuracy of matching candidates based on skills, values, and career aspirations. Utilizing AI and data analytics can significantly improve this process, ensuring that recruitment efforts prioritize quality over quantity. The essence of directly addressing cultural and management strategy fit for companies has become crucial in effectively aiding recruitment.

This changed landscape emphasizes the importance of comprehensive career consulting that encompasses every step from recruiting to introduction and hiring.

Fostering Collaboration and Solutions

The upcoming conference will delve into how recruitment agencies can serve as saviors for companies grappling with mismatches. It will explore the new values and roles required of recruitment agencies in confronting the critical issue of talent shortages. By evaluating the necessary transformations and advancements, the aim is to provide insights into addressing both management and societal challenges.

Event Details

• - Date: May 15, 2025
• - Time: 14:00 - 16:00
• - Format: Hybrid (In-person at Bungei Shunju Headquarters and online via Zoom)
• - Audience: Targeted at business leaders in the recruitment space, executives, business planning sections, digital promotion departments, and data analytics teams.
• - Capacity: 50 on-site attendees and up to 200 online participants
• - Registration: Free, prior registration is required.

About PORTERS Corporation

Established with the vision of "Contributing to global employment through technology," PORTERS specializes in providing cloud services tailored for the recruitment industry. With over 2,200 client implementations across more than 12 countries, including both recruitment and staffing companies, PORTERS continues to lead the way in innovative solutions. Their comprehensive matching system equips staffing agencies with essential functions such as candidate matching, recommendations, job development, and workflow management. Interested stakeholders are encouraged to reach out for more information or consultative support.

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