March 2021
HOUSTON, Texas – Plunkett Research, Ltd. announces an important market research and competitive analysis report on trends affecting job seekers, Mid-Size U.S. Employers Almanac, 2021 edition.
The Coronavirus epidemic of 2020-2021 altered the employment landscape dramatically. Large numbers of outstanding companies were forced to lay off employees due to both a rapid decline in revenues and uncertainty about the future. Hardest hit were the entertainment, retail and travel sectors. At the same time, some surprising parts of the economy were badly hurt. For example, most health care services, from dentists’ offices to surgery centers, saw big declines in employment, as many closed their doors, at least temporarily, to non-emergency patients. By the beginning of 2021, many of these jobs in health care had come back. Employment in some of the hardest sectors had recovered to some extent as well. Many types of manufacturers were reporting difficulty in finding new hires. Nonetheless, a very high number of people remained on unemployment.
At Plunkett Research, we believe that consumer habits will change at least for the mid-term, and in many ways permanently, as a result of this global pandemic. The trend towards shopping via ecommerce means more jobs in website management, logistics, warehousing and delivery services (but fewer jobs in retail stores). On-demand delivery of groceries and meals will remain strong. Companies that provide services that support online education will continue to grow as well.
Key Findings:
- Plunkett Research analyzes the top trends changing the industry, and provides in-depth industry statistics. In addition, this publication profiles the top 500 companies for Mid-Size Employers and names top trends affecting job seekers for the mid term.
Available Formats:
- Printed Almanac: ISBN 978-1-62831-564-6 (Available Now)
- E-book: ISBN 978-1-62831-908-8 (Available Now)
- Plunkett Research Online (Subscribers)
Key Features Include:
- Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence
- Market forecasts and Industry Statistics
- Industry Associations and Professional Societies List
- In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies
- Industry Glossary
- Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry
Pages: 620
Statistical Tables Provided: 10
Companies Profiled: 509
Geographic Focus: US
Price: $379.99
This feature-rich book covers major trends affecting job seekers—everything you need to know about major U.S. employers including:
- The Coronavirus and the U.S. Job Market Overview
- Cost Control Remains a Major Concern at Employers/Consolidation Through Mergers Continues
- The Long-Term Effects of the Coronavirus Will be Challenging to Job Seekers
- The Sharing & Gig Economy’s Effect on Employment, Work Life and Careers
- Gig Workers’/Drivers’ Rights & Employment Status Evolve
- Technology Continues to Create Sweeping Changes in the Workplace
- Continued Growth in Outsourcing, Including Supply Chain and Logistics Services
- Offshoring and the Reshoring of American Manufacturing
- Older Americans Will Delay Retirement and Work Longer/Many Employers Find Older Employees Desirable
- Employment Sectors that Will Offer an Above-Average Number of Job Opportunities
Employment Statistics
- The Coronavirus and the U.S. Job Market Overview
- Cost Control Remains a Major Concern at Employers/Consolidation Through Mergers Continues
- The Long-Term Effects of the Coronavirus Will be Challenging to Job Seekers
- The Sharing & Gig Economy’s Effect on Employment, Work Life and Careers
- Gig Workers’/Drivers’ Rights & Employment Status Evolve
- Technology Continues to Create Sweeping Changes in the Workplace
- Continued Growth in Outsourcing, Including Supply Chain and Logistics Services
- Offshoring and the Reshoring of American Manufacturing
- Older Americans Will Delay Retirement and Work Longer/Many Employers Find Older Employees Desirable
- Employment Sectors that Will Offer an Above-Average Number of Job Opportunities
Research: 7 Keys for Job Seekers
- Financial Stability
- Growth Plans
- Research & Development Programs
- Product Launch & Production
- Marketing & Distribution Methods
- Employee Benefits
- Quality of Work Factors
