Risk of being unable to secure sufficient engineering talent
First written in FY2023. 2 of 4 entries say "Restated". Latest entry: FY2026-H1.
The whole theme swung hardest in 2026: 34 of 109 companies on the "Worse" side.
- FY2026-H1RestatedAnnual report
「At the same time, demand for engineer dispatch and craftspeople placement services in the construction industry remains high against structural challenges including the aging of engineers and a shortage of younger personnel.」
Regarding the structural tightness in supply and demand surrounding technical personnel, the company continues to explain this in terms of the aging of technical personnel and a shortage of younger workers. - FY2025-H1RestatedAnnual report
「Amid continuing challenging hiring conditions, we focused on hiring and developing technical personnel to meet the needs of customer companies while continuing to address hiring-related issues.」
The company states that challenging conditions for hiring technical personnel continue and that it is continuing its efforts in hiring and development. - FY2024WorsenedAnnual report
「The acquisition of technical personnel is a driving force behind our group's growth, but competition for personnel is intensifying. We recognize that the stable securing of personnel capable of meeting customer demand and improving the turnover rate of technical personnel are urgent issues.」
Regarding the securing of technical personnel, the company uses stronger language, describing intensifying competition for personnel and the need to secure personnel on a stable basis as urgent issues. - FY2023First statedAnnual report
「Supply and demand for technical personnel in Japan are tight. Depending on future trends in the market for hiring technical personnel, there is a risk that we may be unable to secure sufficient supply to meet demand, and hiring costs may increase, which could affect our group's operating results and financial position.」
The company identifies the possibility of hiring shortages and higher hiring costs against a backdrop of population decline and tight supply and demand for technical personnel.