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Understanding the Driver Shortage: Current Trends and Insights

As the logistics sector grapples with a significant crisis dubbed the '2024 problem', the issue of driver shortages has escalated rapidly. Ten-shoku Ichiba, a consulting firm specializing in recruitment based in Tokyo’s Shinjuku district, is hosting an informative webinar titled "Trends in Recruitment: August 2025 Monthly HR Topics - Driver Shortage", scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM.

The Growing Challenge

It's been nearly a year since the logistics industry began to seriously confront the driver shortage. Compounded by various factors including regulatory changes and economic shifts, the recruitment landscape has been transformed. As companies in the logistics field strive for solutions, this seminar promises to shed light on the evolving dynamics.

During the session, attendees will gain insights into various questions surrounding the driver shortage:

• - What is the actual state of driver shortages?
• - Why is the industry facing difficulties in attracting drivers?
• - What measures should companies be adopting to ensure a stable supply of qualified drivers?

Agenda Highlights

The webinar will cover:

• - Clarifying if there truly is a driver shortage by examining current realities vs. public perception.
• - Understanding the underlying causes of the driver shortage.
• - Analyzing market data to understand trends in driver recruitment.
• - Discussing proactive measures that employers can implement to secure drivers.
• - A Q&A segment where attendees can voice their concerns and queries.

Meet the Speakers

The session will be led by Kazushi Saito, Chief Analyst of Ten-shoku Ichiba's Analyst Team. With a background that includes work as a system engineer and project manager, Saito has a wealth of experience in labor market analysis. Since joining Ten-shoku Ichiba in 2019, he has spearheaded the analyst team, focusing on utilizing news and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies and trends.

Event Details

Title: Trends in Recruitment: August HR Topics 2025 - Driver Shortage
Date: August 6, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (participants can join 10 minutes earlier)
Location: Online
Cost: Free
Organizer: Ten-shoku Ichiba Co., Ltd.
Registration link: Register Here

If your company is seeking solutions to the driver shortage issue or looking to improve recruitment overall, this webinar is a must-attend event. Don’t miss out on the chance to gather essential knowledge and strategies from industry experts.

For inquiries regarding this event, please contact:
Ten-shoku Ichiba Seminar Office
Contact Person: Sakurai
Phone: 0120-52-1049
Email: [email protected]

About Ten-shoku Ichiba

Ten-shoku Ichiba specializes in recruitment consulting, having supported over 20,000 companies in enhancing their hiring capabilities. Through recruitment branding, marketing proposals, and support with various job search engines, the firm aims to help businesses attract top talent efficiently. Founded in 2006 and based in Tokyo’s Shinjuku area, it operates with the mission to solve societal issues related to the workforce through diverse HR tech services and more. Their experience positions them as a leader in addressing contemporary challenges in recruitment.