In the second quarter of 2025, approximately 263,000 job resignations took place in the United Kingdom, compared with 220,000 in the previous quarter. The number of resignations in Q2 2022 was the highest number taking place in a single quarter during this provided time period, reaching 446,000. In most years, there is a noticeable trend of resignations peaking in the fourth quarter of the year and being at their lowest in the first quarter. There is also a significant fall in people resigning from their jobs after the 2008 financial crisis and after the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The Great Resignation The high number of resignations that took place after COVID-19 hit also occurred in the United States. Throughout 2022, approximately 50 million American workers quit their jobs in a trend dubbed 'The Great Resignation' In both the UK and U.S. the trend corresponded with a very tight labor market. After emerging from the initial COVID-19 lockdowns, UK unemployment declined from 2021 onwards, falling to a low of just 3.6 percent in August 2022. There were also numerous job vacancies, which peaked in May 2024 at 1.3 million, though by the end of 2024, both indicators have returned to more typical levels. Labor market concerns for 2025 One of the main concerns of the UK government regarding the labor market is economic inactivity, in particular the reason for this inactivity, Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of people on long-term sick-leave, has increased substantially. At the start of 2020, there were approximately 2.12 million people economically inactive for this reason, with this increasing to almost 2.84 million by the end of 2023, with this declining only slightly to 2.77 million by the end of 2024. It is unclear if there is one overriding factor driving this surge, with possible causes including the prevalence of Long COVID, or the ongoing NHS crisis.

The wholesale and retail trade sector in the United Kingdom had a combined turnover of more than *** trillion British pounds in 2024, more than double that of the manufacturing sector, the sector with the second-highest turnover at ****** billion pounds.

The employee attrition rate of professional services organizations worldwide ********* overall between 2013 and 2023, despite some fluctuations. During the 2023 survey, respondents reported an average employee attrition rate of **** percent.

In 2024, the combined turnover of all private sector businesses in the United Kingdom was **** trillion British pounds, compared with **** trillion pounds in the previous year.

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The annual turnover of hotel and similar accommodation enterprises in the United Kingdom increased dramatically from 2021 to 2023. In 2023, the hotel industry generated a turnover of approximately ***** billion British pounds, which denoted an increase of ** percent from the previous year.

Numbers of enterprises and local units produced from a snapshot of the Inter-Departmental Business Register (IDBR) taken on 8 March 2024.

This statistic shows the labour turnover rate in hospitality and tourism industries in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2011, by nation. England had the highest turnover rate at ** percent, though Wales was not far behind with **** percent. Across the United Kingdom in 2012, the labour turnover rate was highest in the pubs, bars and nightclubs industry, among hospitality and tourism industries.

This is the latest compendium publication in the NHS Vacancy Statistics series containing vacancy related data for the NHS which provide different views on recruitment information for the NHS. Data from the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and Trac Recruitment Management Software (Trac) provide a range of proxy data sources for NHS vacancies. The series also includes management information related to vacancies within the NHS which have been collected by NHS England (NHSE). Due to the complex nature of how NHS vacancy data is defined and collected, all data sources should be treated with a degree of caution. Users should note these data do not indicate how much of the reported substantive gap is filled by temporary staff. NHS England is currently developing guidance for NHS Trusts regarding the recording of Establishment numbers (planned and funded workforce levels), which are used in the calculation of vacancy rates. This is to ensure that these figures are recorded consistently by Trusts and provide a more accurate figure of establishment and therefore vacancy rates. This work may also consider the collection and presentation of data on the temporary staff who are employed by Trusts, to enhance existing vacancy data and information. Following the transition to NHS Jobs new service in 2022, which resulted in a temporary pause in the data that was previously part of this publication, we plan to reintroduce data from NHS Jobs to the next release of this publication in August 2024. Data will follow the same format and presentation and will be backdated to when data was last updated in September 2022. To help with the development of this publication, feedback can be sent to: enquiries@nhsdigital.nhs.uk with the subject heading ‘NHS Vacancy Statistics publication feedback’.

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Workforce Management Software Market Size 2025-2029

The workforce management software market size is forecast to increase by USD 3.67 billion, at a CAGR of 8.4% between 2024 and 2029.

The market is driven by the increasing regulatory compliance requirements and the rising adoption of digital Human Resources (HR) technology. With businesses facing stringent regulations regarding workforce management, there is a growing demand for automated solutions to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks. Simultaneously, the shift towards digital HR technology is gathering momentum, as organizations seek to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and improve employee engagement. Skills gap analysis and predictive workforce planning enable proactive talent development and resource allocation.
However, the market also presents challenges for potential entrants. The high implementation and maintenance costs associated with workforce management software can act as a significant barrier to entry for smaller businesses. Furthermore, ensuring seamless integration with existing HR systems and processes can be a complex undertaking, requiring substantial resources and expertise.
To capitalize on market opportunities and navigate these challenges effectively, companies must focus on offering cost-effective solutions, providing robust integration capabilities, and delivering exceptional customer support. By addressing these factors, they can differentiate themselves in the competitive landscape and position themselves for long-term success in the market.

What will be the Size of the Workforce Management Software Market during the forecast period?

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The market continues to evolve, with innovative solutions emerging to address the complex needs of businesses across various sectors. Onboarding workflows are now automated, streamlining the hiring process and reducing time-to-productivity. Performance management metrics are increasingly data-driven, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement. Overtime calculation and compliance management features ensure organizations adhere to labor regulations, while shift scheduling algorithms optimize staffing levels and minimize overstaffing. Talent acquisition systems and HR data analytics enable proactive recruitment and retention strategies, reducing employee turnover rates. Training management modules facilitate continuous learning, while staffing optimization and payroll integration systems streamline administrative tasks.
Leave request processes and attendance tracking systems enable real-time employee absence management. Employee self-service portals and absence management tools foster transparency and accountability. Employee engagement surveys, shift bidding systems, and communication collaboration tools enhance labour management engagement and productivity.
Real-time data dashboards and mobile workforce management provide actionable insights for continuous improvement and cost optimization. For instance, a leading retailer implemented a workforce optimization strategy, resulting in a 10% increase in productivity and a 5% reduction in labor costs. According to industry reports, the market is expected to grow by over 12% annually, driven by the increasing demand for automated HR processes and real-time data analytics.

How is this Workforce Management Software Industry segmented?

The workforce management software industry research report provides comprehensive data (region-wise segment analysis), with forecasts and estimates in 'USD million' for the period 2025-2029, as well as historical data from 2019-2023 for the following segments.

End-user

  IT and telecom
  BFSI
  Healthcare
  Manufacturing
  Retail
  Government and Public Sector
  Education
  Transportation and Logistics
  Hospitality
  Others


Deployment

  Cloud based
  On-premises
  Hybrid


Type

  Workforce scheduling
  Workforce analytics
  Time and attendance management
  Performance and goal management
  Absence and leave management
  Task Management
  Employee Self-Service (ESS)
  Fatigue Management
  Payroll Integration
  Others


Organization Size

  Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
  Large Enterprises


Component

  Software
  Services


Geography

  North America

    US
    Canada


  Europe

    France
    Germany
    UK


  APAC

    China
    Japan
    South Korea


  Rest of World (ROW)

By End-user Insights

The it and telecom segment is estimated to witness significant growth during the forecast period.

In the IT and telecom sector, companies are prioritizing workforce management solutions to optimize human capital and meet both short- and long-term objectives. These organizations are increasingly focusing on attracting, onboarding, and retaining skilled talent through automated onboarding workflows and performa

Annual estimates of foreign-owned businesses by industry group, section, employment and turnover group, and country breakdown.

This statistic shows the number of VAT trader and PAYE employer enterprises dealing in hospital activities in the United Kingdom (UK) in 2022 and 2023, by turnover size band. In 2023, 210 enterprises had a turnover of more than 50 million British pounds.

Private enterprises in London had a combined turnover of almost *** trillion British pounds in 2024, the most of any region of the United Kingdom. The region with the next highest turnover was South East England at *** billion pounds, followed by East England at over *** billion pounds.

In June 2025, the employment rate in the United Kingdom was 75.3 percent, up from 75.2 percent in the previous month. After almost dropping below 70 percent in 2011, the employment rate in the United Kingdom started to climb at a relatively fast pace, peaking in early 2020. Due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, employment declined to 74.6 percent by January 2021. Although not quite at pre-pandemic levels, the employment rate has since recovered. Labor market trouble in 2025? Although unemployment in the UK spiked at 5.3 percent in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, it fell throughout most of 2022, to just 3.6 percent in August 2022. Around that time, the number of job vacancies in the UK was also at quite high levels, reaching a peak of 1.3 million by May 2022. The strong labor market put employees in quite a strong position, perhaps encouraging the high number of resignations that took place around that time. Since 2023, however, the previously hot labor market has cooled, with unemployment reaching 4.6 percent in April 2025 and job vacancies falling to a four-year low of 736,000 in May 2025. Furthermore, the number of employees on UK payrolls has fallen by 227,500 in the first five months of the year, indicating that 2025 will be a tough one for the labor market. Headline economic measures revised in early 2025 Along with the unemployment rate, the UK's inflation rate is also expected to be higher than initially thought in 2025, reaching a rate of 3.2 percent for the year. The economy will also grow at a slower pace of one percent rather than the initial prediction of two percent. Though these negative trends are not expected to continue in the long term, the current government has already expended significant political capital on unpopular decisions, such as the cutting of Winter Fuel Payments to pensioners in 2024. As of June 2025, they are almost as unpopular as the previous government, with a net approval rating of -52 percent.

In 2021, businesses in the retail sector in the United Kingdom had a collective turnover of *** trillion British pounds, with enterprises that employed *** or more people having the highest turnover at *** billion pounds.

From 2008 to 2023, the total annual turnover of businesses within the UK retail trade has grown considerably. In 2023, turnover from retail trade activities reached over 508 billion British pounds.

The number of VAT and/or PAYE based enterprises in the travel agency, tour operator and other reservation service and related activities sector in the United Kingdom 2024, by turnover size band, show that there were 510 enterprises with a turnover of more than five million GBP in this sector.