In this episode, RPO expert Chip Holmes joins Lamees Abourahma to share insights on the growing trend of Project-Based RPO. As organizations navigate economic uncertainty, this flexible recruiting approach functions as a critical "relief valve" for hiring challenges. Chip explains how Project-Based RPO helps companies maintain stability during seasonal demands, facility relocations, and post-merger integrations without disrupting internal teams.The conversation explores how AI and automation enhance project efficiency through improved screening, selection processes, and predictive analytics. Chip emphasizes that effective implementation requires cultural alignment, thorough communication, and strategic forecasting. Looking ahead, Project-Based RPO evolves from purely transactional to a more strategic function, with greater emphasis on workforce planning and technological integration.This episode provides essential guidance for organizations considering this increasingly popular talent acquisition approach.About the GuestChip Holmes: Global RPO leader and special consultant with Randall ReillyReady to Transform Your Hiring Strategy?56 percent of employers can’t forecast hiring needs — but 63 percent see ROI when tech aligns with strategy. 👉 Start with insights from the 2025 RPO Trends Report.Join the RPO Association today to stay ahead of the latest trends and best practices in talent acquisition, achieve your professional goals, and benefit from improved business performance.Contact the RPO Association at [email protected] Chip Holmes on LinkedInFollow Lamees Abourahma on LinkedInFollow the RPOA on LinkedInGo here for more information about Randall ReillyGo here for more information about the RPOAAbout the Podcast Time to Hire is produced by the Recruitment Process Outsourcing Association (RPOA), the leading authority on recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) foresight and innovation, and the trusted convener for the global RPO community. Through conversations with industry leaders, the podcast explores the trends, insights, and innovations shaping the future of talent acquisition. Learn more about RPOA and join the community at: https://www.rpoassociation.org. Follow the host, Lamees Abourahma, on LinkedIn.

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