The article examines the problem of workforce shortage in Russia in 2024 and its impact on state-owned companies, particularly JSC "Russian Railways" (RZD). Despite a record-low unemployment rate (2.4%), the labor market is facing an acute shortage of qualified specialists, forcing employers to revise their employee retention strategies. Using JSC "Russian Railways" as a case study, the article analyzes key causes of staff turnover: inefficient hiring practices, lack of onboarding, and corporate culture issues. It explores the measures the company is implementing to reduce employee attrition: corporate education development, turnover monitoring, improved onboarding systems, and social support programs. Special attention is paid to the role of the company's state-owned status in shaping its HR policy, as workforce stability directly impacts the fulfillment of strategic objectives, such as transport infrastructure development. The conclusion emphasizes the need for a comprehensive personnel management approach combining HR tools and government support.
Irina Kazanceva (Thu,) studied this question.