Hire, train, deploy: Closing the skills gap
The Hire, Train, Deploy (HTD) model is gaining traction - here CIL explores the growth levers that position HTD as a compelling investment
The Hire, Train, Deploy (HTD) model has gained momentum in the post-COVID era, with best-in-class operators delivering impressive double-digit growth and sparking strong investor interest. In this Insight piece, CIL explores the dynamics, opportunities, and growth levers that position HTD as a compelling - though complex - investment opportunity.
The HTD model bridges critical skills gaps by hiring high-potential candidates, delivering targeted training, and deploying them to address client needs. This dual-purpose solution benefits employers facing acute skills shortages and offers candidates new career pathways. The model’s popularity has surged in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and financial services, driven by global talent shortages and shifts in traditional recruitment dynamics. Despite recent market challenges, HTD’s flexibility and alignment with high-growth industries make it a resilient and attractive investment opportunity.
HTD adoption is strongest in the U.S. and U.K., where flexible labor markets and rising demand in tech and finance drive growth. In Europe, however, strict regulations and established vocational systems slow adoption. Even so, trends such as the green economy transition, cybersecurity demands, and talent gaps in healthcare and accountancy present significant opportunities. Investors must carefully assess regional compliance risks while planning for international expansion.
To succeed, HTD providers must remain agile - targeting high-growth sectors and adapting to shifting market needs. With a projected global talent shortage of 85 million by 2030, HTD is well-positioned to meet demand in a transforming economy.
Explore the report below for deeper insights into the opportunities and dynamics shaping this sector.
