Now the economy appears to be picking up, companies can focus on attracting and then retaining the best talent with thoughful strategic benefit schemes. Over the past few years, inflation and economic uncertainty have overshadowed the subject of employee reward, with a substantial focus on pay increases and cost-of-living support. But now that it appears the clouds are beginning to part and the economy is showing signs of recovery, we’re starting to see a pick-up in demand for talent.