Talent Acquisition Leaders Increasingly Hampered by Data Gaps, Yet Optimistic About AI’s Potential

Symphony Talent, a global leader in talent acquisition solutions, today published its annual Talent Acquisition Outlook Report. Based on a survey of nearly 400 talent acquisition (TA) professionals across industries, the report reveals growing dissatisfaction among TA leaders, with 33% reporting frustration due to process inefficiencies, unqualified candidates, and lack of full-funnel data visibility.

The research highlights that 85% of TA teams lack adequate data visibility to track and optimize recruitment efforts, compounding challenges like increasing hiring demands, stagnant budgets, and intensified competition for talent. This lack of actionable insights is a key barrier to making data-driven decisions in a rapidly evolving landscape. “The challenges facing TA leaders today are a call to action,” said Kermit Randa, CEO of Symphony Talent. “Our 2025 Talent Acquisition Outlook Report underscores the urgent need for organizations to embrace data-driven precision and scalable solutions. Full-funnel visibility isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s critical for improving decision-making, optimizing strategies, and driving measurable results in today’s high-pressure environment.”