When seeking IT talent, or even searching for a new IT role, following these steps will lead to the right staffing partner
Hiring the right tech talent can be tough–especially in today’s fast-paced, competitive IT landscape. When it comes to finding specialized candidates efficiently, partnering with an IT staffing firm can make all the difference in streamlining the hiring process and finding qualified candidates. But with so many staffing firms out there, how do you choose the right one?
Here are 6 tips to help you pick an IT staffing firm that’s the right fit–and how Prosum delivers on each one.
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Do Your Research
Do your homework before committing to an IT staffing firm! Look at online reviews, case studies, and testimonials to make an informed decision on who to move forward with. Don’t be afraid to ask for scorecards and metrics like time-to-fill, retention rates, or satisfaction scores.
At Prosum, many of our client relationships span years–not just contracts. You’ll always know how we measure success and what kind of results you can expect. You can read some of our client testimonials here.
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Confirm Their Tech Specialties
Tech roles are complex and highly specialized, and not all staffing firms are equipped to recruit for IT roles. It’s important to choose a staffing partner that truly understands the various disciplines of IT and how these skills can apply across any industry. This ensures you’ll have access to the right connections, resources and talent pools.
At Prosum, we’re laser-focused on IT staffing. Our recruiters understand the nuances of today’s most in-demand IT roles and stay up to date on industry trends, market demand, and emerging technologies–especially in industries like government and healthcare–so we can provide our clients the insight and support they need.
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Ask About Their Process
Understanding how a staffing firm operates is essential to ensuring they can meet your needs. A good IT staffing agency will have a well-defined process in place to source, vet, and present candidates. Ask how they screen candidates, and if they tailor their approach to your specific requirements.
Prosum has a proven recruiting methodology for sourcing and recruiting top talent. Our recruiters conduct thorough screenings and evaluations of every candidate we represent–this includes technical assessments, interviews, reference checks, and background checks.
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Understand Their Communication Style
Strong communication can make or break a staffing partnership. It’s important to ask these questions when deciding between IT staffing firms: How responsive is customer support? How often will we communicate? Clear, consistent communication and strong relationship management are key to a smooth successful partnership.
Our great services mean little without strong communication to match. That’s why Prosum prioritizes transparency, responsiveness, and ongoing collaboration–so each of our clients can have a positive experience when interacting with our team.
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Inquire About Points of Contact
When you work with an IT staffing firm, consistency is key. Consistency in the process, in communication, and service, but also in relationships. Will the firm you work with feel like a revolving door of recruiters? Will you speak to a new person each time you call who might not have the knowledge-base surrounding your account?
While staffing industry reports show that 36% of recruiters stay in a job for only 1-2 years and 29% stay for less than a year, Prosum’s remarkable retention rates are certainly the exception.
Our average total recruiter and account executive tenure at Prosum is nearly 5 years. And our combined Average Years Total Staffing Experience is nearly 12 years. This consistency demonstrates our unparalleled commitment to client relationships.
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Evaluate the Consultant Relationship
Just as commitment to clients is vital, how staffing firms support consultants is just as critical. Knowing that a staffing firm values the individuals who they place instills greater confidence in the engagement from the onset. Unlike some traditional staffing models where consultants may feel disposable and disconnected from their employers, Prosum cultivates a culture of support and stability. Consultants receive comprehensive health benefits, sick leave and access to 401K options, enhancing their overall experience and job satisfaction
With Prosum’s strong emphasis on consultant welfare, we engage with motivated consultants who in turn contribute to higher productivity, longer contract durations, and reduced turnover rates for our clients.
In fact, Prosum boasts an impressive retention rate for contract placements, with an average tenure of 19 months—an achievement that speaks volumes about the dedication we have to fostering enduring relationships between consultants and clients.
Weigh All the Factors When Choosing An IT Staffing Firm
Finding the right IT staffing firm is more than just filling roles–it’s about building a partnership that supports your business and its unique needs. When you choose a firm with the right process, industry expertise, and commitment to communication, you’re setting your team up for long-term success. At Prosum, we prioritize all of these qualities, ensuring that our clients get the talent they need while having a positive recruiting experience.
To experience the Prosum Difference in IT staffing solutions, contact us to request IT talent today.
