Ardent Partners and Future of Work Exchange (FOWX) conduct a variety of workplace and Future of Work research. In this new series, we’re taking a deep dive into a chart from a recent research effort and providing analysis to bring you the latest technology trends impacting today’s workforce.
This week, we explore the current state of direct sourcing, which has emerged as one of the most discussed strategies in the world of contingent workforce management (CWM). At its core, direct sourcing refers to an organization’s ability to leverage its own brand, processes, and technology to engage contingent workers directly, often with the support of talent pools, internal recruitment teams, or digital platforms. While the model promises cost savings, faster hiring, and stronger alignment with organizational culture, adoption levels remain surprisingly uneven across the market.
Recent survey results from Ardent Partners and FOWX shed light on the current state of direct sourcing: only 11% of enterprises report having an end-to-end direct sourcing program in place, while 23% have some elements implemented, and a staggering 66% have yet to adopt any part of direct sourcing at all. These numbers highlight not only the promise of the strategy but also the significant barriers and hesitations that organizations still face.
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