Value unleashed: The new rules of job architecture 

Too many organizations are held back by outdated job architectures that restrict workforce agility, obscure pay transparency, and stall career growth. As roles rapidly evolve, clinging to old models is a recipe for falling behind. The future belongs to those who adopt a bold, skills-based approach — one that fuels competitiveness and ignites a truly dynamic workforce. 

Our latest guidebook dives deep into how forward-thinking companies are tearing down rigid job structures to unleash hidden value and build a resilient, future-proof foundation. 

According to the U.S. Mercer QuickPulse™ Survey: Job Architecture Edition, companies with job architectures that fully align with their business goals don’t just survive — they thrive, delivering an average 5% boost in shareholder returns annually. 

What’s their secret? They don’t just set it and forget it. These organizations:

1. Integrate skills as a GPS for talent
2. Activate job architecture with technology
3. Build sustainable governance