According to Staffing Industry Analysts, the use of temporary staffing will likely hit record numbers in 2013. Why? Because most employers are still gun-shy about hiring full-time. Hiring temporary workers gives them the capacity to take on new projects and meet deadlines, all without adding to their permanent overhead.

Plus, nowadays, most employers know that the skill sets of temporary workers go well beyond just clerical and industrial. From accounting to legal to healthcare, there is a variety of temp talent out there to meet almost any staffing need.

That said, it doesn’t necessarily mean that temporary staffing is right for every organization or in every situation. So what are some signs that you should consider temporary workers as your next workforce solution?

Here’s a look at 5:

Sign #1: Your organization is experiencing an increase in demand for its products and/or services.

If your sales are increasing rapidly, but you’re uncertain as to whether you’ll be able to sustain the growth, consider hiring temporary employees to meet your most urgent needs. If, down the line, it becomes apparent that the increased sales are there to stay and your organization will continue to grow, then consider bringing in more full-time staff.

Sign #2: Your organization is about to enter into its peak busy period.

What better time to bring in temporary workers then when you know you’re about to get busy…really busy? Simply use them as you need them – whether it’s for a couple of weeks or a couple of months.

Sign #3: A key full-time employee is taking a leave of absence.

If you have an employee who’s going on sick or maternity leave, and you need someone to take their place until they return, then consider hiring a temporary worker. It’s a win-win for all involved.

Sign #4: Your organization is facing a lot of uncertainty.

Is your organization facing an excessive amount of uncertainty due to changes in the industry or upcoming legislative mandates (e.g. Obamacare)? Then it’s critically important to keep your workforce as flexible as possible while you weather the storm and until the dust settles. Temporary staffing can help you do that.

Sign #5: Your organization is taking on a major project…its biggest yet.

If you’ve got a big project you need to staff, you may not have time to source candidates and screen hundreds of resumes. Instead, you can hire qualified temporary workers to come in and help you get the job done. Once the project is complete, they’ll simply move onto their next assignment.

Temporary staffing offers a host of benefits, from reduced labor costs to increased flexibility. If you’d like to learn more about how it can help you specifically, give Pacific Staffing a call. As one of the leading temporary staffing agencies in Sacramento, California, we’re happy to meet with you, go over your staffing needs, and work together to develop a staffing plan that provides you access to the people you need, where and when you need them. Contact us today to learn more.