Competence is a business networking company based in Västerås that focuses on sustainable labor market development. The organization collaborates with various stakeholders, including employers, academia, youth, and schools, to enhance the labor market's effectiveness in the region. Competence owns and operates digital platforms such as dittyrke.se and yrkesinfo.se, which provide valuable resources for individuals exploring career options and job satisfaction.
The company offers insights into career motivations and job satisfaction, featuring descriptions of approximately 1,500 professions across 20 different industries. With an open access model, Competence attracts over 30,000 annual visitors to its platforms. Additionally, the organization conducts research on trends related to the attractiveness of different industries and employers, as well as attitudes towards education. This research aims to improve perceptions of the labor market in Västmanland and provides methods for increasing recruitment bases.
Competence is also involved in competence networks, supporting internal competency development to help organizations attract and retain talent. Through its various initiatives and collaborations, the company seeks to create a more informed and engaged workforce in the region.