The supply chain industry is increasingly becoming a major driver of employment as its importance to the overall economy is recognized.

With most of the KC region now in week six of #StayHomeKC, workforce availability is shifting. While some companies are furloughing or downsizing employees, several others are expanding their workforce. Additionally, the KC region continues to be evaluated competitively for new operations.

JCCC continues to partner with area organizations to create unique opportunities to join the workforce in the KC region, including earning recognized industry credentials while in high school.

Today, companies are leveraging internship programs as a way to pipeline young professional talent. But for most Gen Zer’s (individuals born 1995-2010) the position itself is only one part of their expectations of a “quality job.” These young professionals seek companies that help them define their personal purpose and passions.

The 2019 TeamKC Training Camp hosted a powerhouse lineup of speakers who offered key plays to take our region’s talent attraction and retention strategies to the next level.

The 2019 23rd Annual Third-Party Logistics Study focuses on how companies must stay nimble and agile to keep up with rapidly evolving conditions and increasing level of complexity within the supply chain.

The greater Kansas City area is home to a large number of data intensive operations. The robust telecommunications infrastructure, superior energy capabilities and deep IT talent pool make for the perfect central location for a data center.

Some of the biggest buzzwords in the Kansas City region as of late are “talent” and “workforce.” And they most definitely should be. The U.S. is seeing a historically low unemployment rate of 3.9 percent – the lowest in 17 years.

The TeamKC Scouting Report to give a sneak peek into what we’re hearing at TeamKC, and ways you and your team can get involved in the community. Happy reading!

The TeamKC Scouting Report gives a sneak peek into what we’re hearing at TeamKC, and ways you and your team can get involved in the community.