Strategic technology talent acquisition and firm value: A cross‐industry examination

Their research findings offer substantial practical value for managers, policymakers, and investors. 

• For managers, the study underscores the importance of strategic IT talent hiring as a key driver of firm value, particularly in low‐tech industries where such investments enhance operational efficiency and firm automation. 

• Policymakers can use the insights to shape labor credit policies that support IT hiring, thereby incentivizing technological advancements, especially in traditionally low‐innovation sectors. 

• For investors, the research highlights the valuation effects of IT hiring, suggesting that firms with significant IT talent investments, especially in low‐tech industries, present opportunities for long‐term value creation.