The phone-hacking scandal in the UK, fines for libel, and accusations of ethical breaches have all taken their toll on this powerful sector. Compliance is now a greater imperative for media organizations than ever before. Workforce agility is also vital in the fast-paced media industry, making the ability to work flexibly and efficiently critical.

The changing face of media has also posed challenges for many firms. The move to a digital-first approach has meant a rapid period of upskilling, as well as increased efficiency to deliver news as soon as it breaks.

51 percent of time spent accessing media content is now on mobile, with just 42 percent on desktop, presenting a new challenge for media organizations.