Summary
This technical report presents the findings of the 2025 Workforce Survey, which gathered responses from 1,342 firms regarding various aspects of workforce dynamics. The report details changes in headcount over the past year, with a significant percentage of firms reporting difficulties in filling both salaried and hourly craft positions. Specifically, 92% of firms indicated challenges in hiring, with various reasons cited for these difficulties, including a lack of qualified candidates and issues related to employee retention. The report also outlines the number of unfilled positions as of June 30, 2025, and identifies specific roles that are hard to fill. Additionally, it discusses the impact of hiring practices and changes in training or scheduling that firms have implemented in response to workforce challenges. The report concludes with insights on future expectations regarding headcount changes and the effects of immigration enforcement actions on the workforce.
