Why Forward-Thinking Companies Are Betting Big on Part-Time Talent

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For decades, companies have concentrated their resources on full-time employees. But that model is overdue for an update. New data shows that part-time workers and independent contractors aren’t just filling gaps — they’re fueling growth, boosting productivity and helping businesses adapt faster than traditional employment structures allow.

In a recent study conducted by my company FORE, we analyzed workforce performance at an IT firm and uncovered a surprising truth: part-time and contingent workers consistently outperformed full-time staff across key metrics — including revenue per head and speed of delivery. In fact, losing one of these high-performing contractors often costs more than

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