Jason Roberts, global head of Technology and Analytics at human capital solutions provider, Randstad Sourceright, released the following statement today in response to the December jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

“January is traditionally a month of great opportunity for job seekers and employers. As the new year ushers in a flurry of job transitions, companies already challenged by the tightest labor market in years will need to streamline their hiring processes to attract new workers quickly,” said Roberts.

“One of the best ways employers can simplify and expedite their recruitment process is by investing in data analytics,” Roberts added. “AI-based platforms can sort through high volumes of candidate data, helping employers take the guesswork out of recruitment, and identify workers who are the best fit and likely to stay in the position longer.”