Employment activities

ISIC v4.0 Code: 78

About employment activities

isic code 78, 'Employment activities', encompasses a diverse range of services that facilitate the efficient functioning of the labor market. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader economy by helping businesses and individuals find the right talent and skills to drive growth and productivity. From temporary staffing to permanent recruitment, the employment activities sector is essential for connecting employers with qualified candidates and supporting workforce development.

Production process

The main production techniques in the employment activities industry involve the recruitment, screening, and placement of workers. This typically includes posting job listings, reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and assessing the skills and qualifications of candidates. Staffing agencies and human resource consulting firms often utilize specialized software and databases to manage their candidate pools and match them with suitable job opportunities.

Production inputs

The key inputs for the employment activities industry include a pool of qualified candidates, access to job listings and employer needs, and the expertise of human resource professionals. Recruiters and staffing agencies rely on their ability to network, source talent, and evaluate the skills and experience of job seekers. Additionally, they require access to various communication channels, such as job boards, social media, and professional networks, to effectively connect employers with potential employees.

Production outputs

The primary output of the employment activities industry is the successful placement of workers in job roles. This can include temporary, part-time, or permanent positions across a wide range of industries, such as 46 Wholesale trade, 47 Retail trade, and 69 Legal and accounting activities. The employment activities sector also generates valuable data and insights on labor market trends, skills gaps, and workforce dynamics, which can inform decision-making for businesses and policymakers.

Family tree for employment activities

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N'>N: Administrative and support service activities</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/78'>78: Employment activities</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/77'>77: Rental and leasing activities</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/79'>79: Travel agency, tour operator, reservation service and related activities</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/80'>80: Security and investigation activities</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/81'>81: Services to buildings and landscape activities</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/82'>82: Office administrative, office support and other business support activities</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/781'>781: Activities of employment placement agencies</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/782'>782: Temporary employment agency activities</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/isic/v4/N/783'>783: Other human resources provision</a>"]


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