Fall 2012

Internet Connected TVs to Reach 650m by 2017, Driven by Smart Home Entertainment Services

A new report from Juniper Research forecasts that the number of residential TVs, connected to the Internet via different platforms such as Blu-ray players, set-top boxes and consoles, and also via built in wireless or Ethernet connectivity, will reach almost 650 million by 2017. Continue reading.

Skills & Talent Shortage - Really?

Unemployment hovers stubbornly over 8%.

Newspapers trumpet long lines of job seekers for every new opportunity announced. Yet CEOs report that one of the key challenges for 2012 has been finding the right people for the right jobs.

Hiring managers, Human Resources staff and job seekers shake their heads and try to understand what the reality is today. As a provider of specialized talent, we have a unique vantage point of the situation from all perspectives. Continue reading.

The Rise of the New Contract Worker

More and more people are choosing a contingent work style - that is, contract work that may be project-based or time-based - over full-time or part-time work. Continue reading.

Best Places to Work for 5th Year in a Row

We are proud to announce we have recently been named one of the 2012 Best Places to Work in Maine for the fifth consecutive year by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - Maine State Council and Best Companies Group. Selection criteria for the award are heavily weighted upon the staff's ranking of their employment culture, communications, and benefits. Read more about the award here.

MOUNTAIN is Expanding

We're increasing our offices to better serve our clients:

Renton, WA - Now open!

Portland, OR - Coming soon!

Littleton, CO - Coming soon!

We look forward to continuing to offer the highest quality service from our new offices.

In late October, our research partner Inavero will send clients a short 6-question evaluation of MOUNTAIN. It takes just 6 clicks to provide valuable feedback to drive our on-going improvement process and improve our service. If you receive the survey, please be sure to take a moment to let us know how we're doing and what we can do to exceed your expectations. Thank you for your feedback, support and business!

About MOUNTAIN, LTD.™

MOUNTAIN, LTD.™ is recognized and respected as a professional solutions provider committed to identifying, securing, and managing quality individuals to support organizations and projects worldwide since 1979.

Call us today at 800-322-8627 or visit www.mountainltd.com.