In today’s fiercely competitive technology landscape, hiring the right talent is only half the battle. While many organisations invest heavily in recruitment campaigns, employer branding, and signing bonuses, an often-overlooked challenge quietly undermines these efforts: employee retention. Skilled professionals in sectors ranging from Enterprise Applications and Cybersecurity to Infrastructure & Cloud are constantly in demand, and losing them can carry significant operational and financial consequences.

Retention isn’t just about keeping people in their roles—it’s about protecting the knowledge, culture, and momentum that drive your organisation forward. Every resignation interrupts ongoing projects, stretches remaining teams, and incurs costly recruitment and training expenses. For highly skilled tech employees, replacing talent can cost up to 150% of their annual salary, making turnover an expensive risk that cannot be ignored.

This report dives into the factors that drive tech professionals to leave, the strategies that the most successful companies employ to retain them, and practical tactics organisations can implement to foster engagement from the very first day. From onboarding practices to continuous development and recognition, understanding the nuances of retention can turn a reactive HR function into a strategic advantage.

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