The energy sector is undergoing a major transformation driven by technological advancements, regulatory pressures, and the shift toward renewable energy. This transformation is driving the demand for green and technology skills while creating challenges in sourcing and developing the right talent. The need for upskilling is critical, and strategies such as AI integration, global talent sourcing, and data-driven workforce planning are key to building a resilient workforce. These insights provide a roadmap for navigating the sector’s evolving landscape. Faced with talent shortages and skill gaps, energy and utility organizations are partnering with MSPs and RPO providers to attract top talent, strengthen employee value propositions, and harness market intelligence and emerging technologies to streamline talent acquisition. In this viewpoint, we explore ways energy and utility organizations can future-proof their talent acquisition and management strategies, taking a skill-first approach to thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. Scope Industry: energy and utility Geography: global Contents In this report, we explore: Talent landscape’s evolution in the energy sector The need for focused skill-based talent programs in the energy sector Key challenges in implementing skill-based talent programs The future of energy sector The role of talent acquisition outsourcing providers to implement skill transformation Membership(s) Recruitment Contingent Staffing Contingent Workforce Management Sourcing and Vendor Management

Following post-pandemic growth, the global Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) market sharply declined in late 2022, driven by macroeconomic factors, geopolitical tensions, and industrial instability. This slowdown continued into 2024, prompting workforce strategy realignments. The recruitment industry is being reshaped by shifting buyer expectations, a growing focus on comprehensive talent management, and the rising prominence of skills-based hiring. To meet increasingly strategic business needs, RPO providers are enhancing their capabilities and offering specialized services such as consulting, employer branding, market intelligence, internal mobility, and skills-based hiring solutions. As buyer preferences evolve and RPO engagements become more complex, providers are refining their technology ecosystems, introducing cutting-edge solutions in AI, automation, generative AI, and advanced analytics. In this report, we track developments across the RPO industry in 2023 and also examine the regional market dynamics, adoption characteristics, uncertainties associated with 2024, outlook for 2025, and future industry trends. Scope This report draws insights from active RPO deals in 2023 – across geographies, industries, and job families – that meet the following criteria: All industries Geographies: global, North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific Third-party RPO deals, excluding shared services or global business services (GBS) Over 6,400 multi-process RPO deals active as of 2023, each involving a minimum of two recruitment processes Contents In this report, we examine: RPO market dynamics RPO adoption characteristics Key investment areas to keep up with the market 2024’s market uncertainties and outlook for 2025 Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) is gaining worldwide adoption, driving the demand for regional expertise and consistent delivery across geographies. Amid volatile market conditions in 2023, enterprises sought flexibility, adaptability, and scalability from their RPO providers. Regional domain expertise, augmented by technology and a consultative approach, was key to delivering maximum value. Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) – Service Provider Compendium 2024 offers detailed and fact-based snapshots of 36 RPO service providers. Each profile offers a comprehensive view of the provider’s service offerings, scale of operations, recent developments and investments, technology solutions, major clients served, and delivery locations. This compendium will enable providers to benchmark their capabilities against their peers, while buyers will be able to assess the providers based on their specific capabilities. Scope Industry: RPO Geography: Global Contents In this report, we examine 36 RPO providers profiles and include the following: RPO services suite and scale of operations: leadership, services suite, RPO delivery, RPO technology FTEs, major clients, and recent investments and developments RPO portfolio: RPO hires by geography, job family, buyer industry, and buyer size RPO technology and value-added offerings: partnership and proprietary capabilities in RPO-related technology and value-added offerings Global RPO locations: details of key locations worldwide Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

As Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) gains worldwide adoption, the demand for regional expertise and consistent delivery across geographies is also increasing. Amid volatile market conditions in 2023, enterprises looked for flexibility, adaptability, and scalability from their RPO providers. Regional domain expertise, augmented by technology and a consultative approach, was key to delivering maximum value. In this report, we examine the RPO provider landscape and assess over 50 providers featured in Everest Group’s RPO Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024 – North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The research will enable buyers to select best-fit providers for their needs and allow providers to benchmark themselves against the competition. Scope All industries and North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific This report includes third-party RPO deals, excluding shared services or global business services The assessment examines over 6,400 multi-process RPO deals as of 2023, each involving a minimum of two recruitment processes Contents In this report, we: Examine the RPO provider landscape Position the providers on Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® framework as Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants Assess the providers’ RPO capabilities across market adoption, portfolio mix, value delivered, scope of services offered, innovation and investments, delivery footprint, and vision and strategy Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

In 2023, enterprises faced significant business and talent uncertainties, prompting them to rely on Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) providers to manage their talent needs. Despite a slowdown in hiring in key markets and geographies, RPO providers innovated to provide clients with more agile and flexible models. They also focused on expanding their technology and consulting offerings, strengthening their position as strategic partners for enterprises. In this report, we examine the RPO provider landscape and assess 32 providers featured in the Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024. Additionally, the report provides an overview of the market and analyzes providers’ differentiation areas. The research will enable buyers to select the best-fit provider for their needs and empower providers to benchmark themselves against their competition. Scope All industries and geographies This report includes third-party RPO deals, excluding shared services or Global Business Services (GBS) This report examines over 6,400 multi-process RPO deals as of 2023, each involving a minimum of two recruitment processes Contents In this report, we: Examine the RPO providers’ landscape Position the providers on Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® framework as Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants Assess providers’ overall RPO capability across market adoption, portfolio mix, value delivered, scope of services offered, innovation and investments, delivery footprint, and vision and strategy Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) – Service Provider Compendium 2023 provides highly accurate, comprehensive, and fact-based snapshots of 35 RPO service providers. Each profile offers a comprehensive view of the provider’s service offerings, scale of operations, recent developments and investments, technology solutions, major clients served, and delivery locations. Additionally, each profile specifies the provider’s position on Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® and offers an insightful analysis of its capabilities. The compendium will enable providers to benchmark their capabilities against their peers, while buyers will be able to assess the providers based on the desired set of capabilities. Scope Industry: RPO Geography: Global, North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific Contents This report examines 35 RPO service provider profiles and includes: RPO services suite and scale of operations: leadership, services suite, RPO delivery, RPO technology FTEs, and recent developments RPO client portfolio: major clients, recently announced contracts, and RPO hires split by geography, industry, and buyer size Global RPO delivery locations: details of key delivery locations worldwide Detailed assessment of RPO capabilities: market success, delivery capability assessment, and each provider’s strengths and limitations Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

In the wake of the Great Resignation and business uncertainty, enterprises have regarded Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) providers as strategic partners capable of guiding them through the constantly evolving talent market. Providers worldwide recognized the ongoing challenges with talent scarcity and widening skills gap. Augmented with technology, providers utilized their domain expertise to support buyers across different industries. In this report, we analyze the dynamics of the RPO provider landscape and assess 49 RPO providers featured on Everest Group’s RPO PEAK Matrix® 2023 – Global, North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. The research will enable buyers to select the best-fit provider for their needs, while providers will be able to benchmark themselves against the competition. Scope All industries Geography: Global, North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific Third-party RPO deals, excluding shared services or Global Business Services (GBS) Over 5,200 multi-process RPO deals active as of 2022, each involving a minimum of two recruitment processes Contents In this report, we: Examine the RPO provider landscape Position the providers on Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® framework as Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants Assess providers’ overall RPO capability across seven dimensions: market adoption, portfolio mix, value delivered, scope of services offered, innovation and investments, delivery footprint, and vision and strategy Membership(s) Recruitment Sourcing and Vendor Management

The outplacement and career transition services industry is undergoing a fundamental shift after experiencing a turbulent year in 2021. Providers have had to respond quickly and adapt to changing enterprise needs. Those that were able to navigate the market upheaval emerged as forerunners and fortified their positions in the market. This report examines the market dynamics of the global outplacement and career transitions industry in 2022. It maps 16 providers on Everest Group’s Outplacement and Career Transition Services PEAK Matrix® and categorizes them as Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants based on their offerings and capabilities. The report will assist buyers in choosing the right-fit provider to address their needs, while providers will be able to benchmark themselves against their competitors. Scope All industries and geographies Contents The report features: An overview of the outplacement and career transition service provider landscape The Outplacement and Career Transition PEAK Matrix® Assessment for 2023 Based on the YoY movement of providers on the PEAK Matrix®, the 2023 Star Performers Everest Group’s critical analysis of the providers across seven dimensions: market adoption, portfolio mix, value delivered, scope of services offered, innovation & investments, delivery footprint, and vision & strategy Membership(s) Human Resources Sourcing and Vendor Management