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Research

Original research from INOP.

Two reports that establish INOP's thought leadership position, and give leaders the evidence base to make the workforce governance conversation at board level.

Research Report

The Workforce Disclosure Gap

Analysis of 800+ shareholder proposals and Russell 3000 companies. The pattern investors are seeing, and boards are not prepared for.

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Research Report

The Automation Accountability Gap

Co-authored with Edna Elbazar. What AI is actually doing to workforce composition, and why most organisations are measuring it wrong.

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Articles

Latest thinking from INOP.

Skill-Based Hiring: A Complete Guide to Skills-First Talent Acquisition

Imagine rejecting a brilliant candidate just because they don’t have a degree—only …

What Is a Skill Gap? Types and Examples

Some companies have exactly the right headcount and still fall behind. They …

Skills-Based Workforce Planning Tools: The Ultimate Guide for HR Leaders

What if your organization could perfectly align its talent with business goals, …

In 2026, workforce planning will no longer be an HR back-office exercise. …

Complete Guide to Identifying and Closing Skill Gaps for Strategic Workforce Planning

Have you ever wondered why some businesses thrive during rapid change while …

Compensation Benchmarking Report: What 3.5M Job Listings Tell Us About Pay Trends in 2025

The Changing Landscape of Compensation in 2025 What does it really take …

The Benefits of Workforce Planning: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Companies with a formal workforce plan grow revenue 2.4 times faster than …

Pay Transparency Is Coming. Is Your Salary Data Ready?

What if your next job posting had to include the exact salary …

how can i use predictive analytics to identify potential workforce shortages

Workforce shortages are no longer just an occasional challenge—they’re becoming a recurring …

What Is a Salary Intelligence Tool—and Why Your Pay Strategy Needs One

Imagine walking into a salary negotiation armed not with assumptions, but with …

How to Prep for the September Hiring Surge Without Drowning in Resumes

September is a pivotal month for hiring. With new graduates entering the …

Real Compensation Data vs. Market Surveys: What HR Should Rely On

How can HR leaders be confident they’re paying employees fairly while staying …

Unlocking the Secrets of Salary Negotiation: Tips for Maximizing Compensation

In today’s competitive job market, knowing how to negotiate your salary effectively …

Quiet Quitting UK: Why 1 in 5 quitting?

New research reveals a significant challenge for UK businesses: one in five …

What is Talent Screening?

Have you ever wondered why some companies seem to consistently hire the …

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