Latest NelsonHall Recruitment Process Outsourcing Report Ranks Manpower Inc. as Top Global RPO Provider

MILWAUKEE, March 7, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Manpower Inc. (NYSE: MAN), a world leader in innovative workforce solutions, announced today its top ranking in NelsonHall's "Targeting Recruitment Process Outsourcing" report. In the report, Manpower is ranked as the top global recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) provider in terms of revenue and is recognized for its ability to offer full end-to-end RPO and global RPO, including in emerging markets.

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Manpower's ability to combine on-site and offshore delivery, as well as to provide an improved candidate experience, was highlighted in the 81-page report which also features an analysis of the global market for RPO and its constituent services, insight into the changing shape of RPO services, and the market size and growth for RPO. According to the report, Manpower is one of only a few select companies that can deliver RPO in all continents.

"Manpower is unique in its ability to deliver global RPO to mature and emerging markets," said Gary Bragar, HR Outsourcing Research Director, NelsonHall. "They stand out as a leader among the top-tier of RPO providers."

"According to the report, the RPO market is expected to more than double in size in the near-term," said Kate Donovan, managing director of RPO in North America and head of the Manpower RPO global Center of Excellence. "This is evidence that business models are changing as we embrace talentism, where access to the right people will be the real competitive advantage. The flexible, scalable recruitment outsourcing solution we offer helps our clients align their talent strategy with their business strategy, allowing them to win in their markets. We're honored that NelsonHall has recognized Manpower Inc.'s innovative RPO solution and industry leadership."

The NelsonHall market analysis report also covers the top 10 client drivers for outsourcing recruitment, as well as an overview of customer requirements, vendor offerings and delivery mechanisms, and the technologies and platforms being used. To purchase "Targeting Recruitment Process Outsourcing" from NelsonHall or to inquire about other research services, please visit www.nelson-hall.com.

About Manpower Inc.

Manpower Inc. (NYSE: MAN) is a world leader in innovative workforce solutions; creating and delivering services that enable its clients to win in the changing world of work. With over 60 years' experience, Manpower offers employers a range of services and solutions for the entire employment and business cycle including permanent, temporary and contract recruitment; employee assessment and selection; training; outplacement; outsourcing and consulting. Manpower's worldwide network of nearly 4,000 offices in 82 countries and territories enables the company to meet the needs of its 400,000 clients per year, including small and medium size enterprises in all industry sectors, as well as the world's largest multinational corporations. The focus of Manpower's work is on raising productivity through improved quality, efficiency and cost-reduction across their total workforce, enabling clients to concentrate on their core business activities. Manpower Inc. operates under five brands: Manpower, Manpower Professional, Elan, Jefferson Wells and Right Management. More information about Manpower Inc. is available at www.manpower.com.

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