K2 selected the participants and then gave them world-class training to make them ready to start work with the client in just 10 weeks.
An influential Italian fashion brand partnered with K2 to address its shortage of skilled Salesforce developers. The client engaged K2 to recruit and train new talent capable of contributing to critical Salesforce projects immediately after onboarding.
Challenge
The client needed 15 Salesforce developers with both technical certifications and the practical skills required to support ongoing digital initiatives. They faced several challenges:
A shortage of qualified Salesforce developers to implement and maintain robust solutions.
High costs and long lead times associated with external hiring.
The need to develop internal talent rather than rely on outsourcing to achieve long-term cost efficiency.
Solution
K2 leveraged its 27 years of experience in enterprise technology recruitment and its global network of over 1 million consultants to identify 15 promising junior developers. Working closely with the client, K2 selected candidates with strong technical aptitude and growth potential.
To accelerate their readiness, K2 University delivered a 10-week “Launchpad” program combining theoretical instruction with practical, hands-on training. Participants gained Salesforce and Agile certifications along with essential soft skills, ensuring they could contribute to business-critical projects from day one.
Results
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Rapid talent delivery: K2 completed recruitment in just eight weeks, finishing ahead of schedule and preparing all developers for deployment within 10 weeks.
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Skilled internal workforce: Each participant earned at least one Salesforce and one Agile certification, strengthening the client’s internal capabilities.
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Long-term value: By investing in internal training rather than outsourcing, the client reduced future hiring costs and built a sustainable Salesforce talent pipeline.
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