Mercer and the World Economic Forum researched talent mobility practices among more than 500 organizations in 45 countries, finding that talent mobility is not achieving its full potential and that talent markets are impeded by four key problems: widespread unemployability, skills gaps, information gaps, and private and public constraints on mobility.

Through 55 detailed case studies, the research also reveals that collaboration among stakeholders on all sides of the employment equation – companies, governments, academic institutions, nonprofit entities and employees – is essential to successful talent mobility efforts.

“This research was designed to create a recognized platform where various stakeholders can address talent mobility challenges and exchange practices and experiences,” said Patricia A. Milligan, President, Talent, Rewards and Communication at Mercer. “The findings demonstrate that despite the challenges, a variety of scalable and practical solutions already exist in practice to address talent shortages and lead to job creation and ultimately economic growth.”

See what this new research says about talent on the move.

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To learn more about this research, visit www.mercer.com/globaltalent