According to a study by the Teal Group Corp, the spending on drones will nearly double by 2024 to about $11.4 Countless sci-fi novels and Hollywood blockbusters feature futuristic worlds where flying objects are the norm. Guess what? We are starting to see this come to life in the real world. billion (compared to about $6.4B in 2014). Drones used for safety. Drones used at work. MORE

According to the latest Bureau of Labor (BLS) statistics, jobs in healthcare are projected to increase 19% over the ten-year span 2014–2024. Only two years into that period, and those who work in healthcare are already experiencing this job growth. Recruitment Process HR Training HR solutions MORE

There are a couple of lessons from SAP and SK Solutions’ collaboration in Dubai that would be relevant here: The system is real-time : The only way the Boston Olympic sites could be finished in time would be through maximizing efficiency every day. The system includes an auto-pilot that makes immediate adjustments to eliminate operator errors. By It’s also incredibly precise. MORE

rapidly expand and outpace all other job needs by 2024, which means competition will be fierce for your company to. The Baby Boomer Generation is approaching. 76 million people , according to the Pew Research Center, and as they all age into their 60s, the need for healthcare professionals will skyrocket. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the healthcare industry to. MORE

million students between 20134 and 2024. (1). The topic of higher education invites discussion about disruption and innovation, calls for problem solving about how to meet the needs of diverse student groups, and is fraught with controversy over debt and graduation rates. In spite of all this there is much to be thankful for regarding higher education. In 2013 there were 17.5 MORE

billion by 2024. Given the growing overlap between many industries, it’s not enough for tech pros to understand a narrow and clearly-defined skill-set; many must become well-versed in other fields, including biology, entertainment, psychology, and healthcare. The global bioinformatics market is poised to reach $13.3 billion by 2020, with projected annual growth of 20.9 Cognitive Science. MORE

By 2024, it’s expected to rise to 42.4 By 2024, the 65-and-older demographic will comprise nearly one-quarter of our nation’s workforce. Millennials are flooding into the workforce. In fact, research from the Pew Research Center estimates our labor force contains nearly 54 million of 18- to 34-year-olds, making them the largest part of our nation’s workforce. workforce, right? MORE

The USDA expects China’s soybean imports to reach over 70% of global soybean imports by 2024. There was a time when China’s population obtained most of its calories from carbohydrates like rice, wheat, and beans. But the country’s appetites are changing. With China’s fast-growing middle class, today’s demand is for more meat protein, and the people’s choice is usually pork. MORE

According to a study by the Teal Group Corp, the spending on drones will nearly double by 2024 to about $11.4 Countless sci-fi novels and Hollywood blockbusters feature futuristic worlds where flying objects are the norm. Guess what? We are starting to see this come to life in the real world. billion (compared to about $6.4B in 2014). Drones used for safety. Drones used at work. MORE

Congressional Research Service report estimates that the tax will reduce healthcare expenditures nationwide by 3 to 4 percent, a savings of $60 billion by 2024, and estimates also show that the tax will reduce the deficit. It may seem as though 2018 is a long way off, but it’s never too early to begin planning for your organization’s compliance needs. For example. MORE

through 2024), based on number of jobs created or lost: Web Developers: 27 percent increase. Employment of computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 12 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations,” read the note accompanying the BLS estimates. million jobs from 2014 to 2024.”. With that caveat in mind, the U.S. MORE

will decline 8 percent by 2024, according to estimates by the U.S. The BLS estimates that Web developers will experience a 27 percent increase in jobs through 2024, well ahead of computer and information research scientists (11 percent), computer network architects (9 percent), computer support specialists (12 percent), systems analysts (21 percent), and database administrators (11 percent). MORE

The American Trucking Associations (ATA) estimate the current driver shortage could surge to almost 175,000 by 2024. Driver shortage is one of the most critical concerns for transportation carriers of all sizes. By combining these different tactics, employers can help retain and attract quality drivers. The post Six Ways to Address the Ever-Increasing Driver Shortage appeared first on Employment Background Check Blog - HireRight. Transportation Industry applicant experience candidate experience driver shortage employment background check talent acquisition transportation trucking MORE

And they are a guaranteed first-ballot Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee in 2024. People seem to like lists, so here’s one to kick off this month’s Employment Law Blog Carnival. Who is the greatest rock band of each decade (according to Jon Hyman)? The 1960s — The Beatles (with apologies to the Rolling Stones). The 1970s — The Who (with apologies to Led Zeppelin and the Clash). Black Math. MORE

For employers with 25 or fewer employees, the effective date is January 1, 2024. By Susan Prince , JD, M.S.L., Legal Editor. Agricultural and domestic workers in California have won new overtime rights under state law. The new law provides employers that employ 25 or fewer employees an additional 3 years to comply with the phasing in of these overtime requirements. Read more. MORE

Well, there go the billions my wife and I were going to make from renting our house through Airbnb for the 2024 Boston Olympics… The U.S. What if a single approach could meet  both  of Boston 2024’s main challenges: building the venues on-time and under budget, AND assuring a positive legacy for the city, region, and state? The IoT can also make the games run smoothly and efficiently. MORE