Nearly 87% of companies plan to add to their workforce in 2016, according to the “2016 Hiring Trends” report released by LaSalle Network, a staffing a recruiting firm headquartered in Chicago.

The majority of companies, 55%, plan to hire up to 10 people in 2016 and 21% plan to hire between 11 and 50 new employees, according to the report. Only 13% reported no plans to hire.

The healthcare, technology and education industries reported the most optimistic hiring plans, regardless of company size.

Additional survey results include:

• 84% of respondents reported they are hiring for full-time positions
• 44% are having trouble finding technically skilled candidates
• 45% are facing challenges finding candidates who fit the company

“The economy is strong and has been strong for a while," said Tom Gimbel, founder and CEO of LaSalle Network. “Companies are hiring and investing resources into their businesses again, especially in high growth sectors like technology and healthcare.”

LaSalle Network surveyed 1,500 HR professionals and managers between October and November 2015.