In fall 2008, SHRM began conducting a series of polls tracking, at regular intervals, the impact of the U.S. and global economic downfall on organizations. In spring 2009, nearly three-quarters (71%) of organizations were forced to make budget cuts in a variety of areas and this number continued to increase over the next 6 months. In fall 2010, some of these financial challenges seemed to be improving. This update examines if organizations will continue to make adjustments over the next six months, assuming the current financial challenges continue, or if companies are beginning to overcome the economic slump.