Abstract: Success in the services sector depends on placing the appropriate resources on the right projects at the right time. For successful project completion and client satisfaction, this process must be managed effectively. Value-driven resource management is a thorough procedure that enables managers to fully utilize the talent of the resource pool. The purpose of this study was to explore application of leading and lagging indicators for resource management in IT consulting industry. Value-driven resource management acts as a major motivator for enhancing the sustainability and profitability of businesses. Leading and lagging indicators are both important for resource management, that is why tracking process of KPIs should be determined with all company groups. Provided research includes summary of in-depth interviews with one of the leading IT consulting companies — SIS, LLC. It was proved that key performance indicators — leading and lagging indicators — can be used for resource management in IT consulting industry to optimize resources. KPIs depends on the group which Resource Manager interacts, key performance indicators should include both leading and lagging indicators to provide a full picture of the company’s success. Looking from business perspective there is no centralized vision on the resource management of utilization of human resources. Traditionally human resource management deals with selection, career planning, retirement program, motivation. Utilization of human resource is covered by project management, but only in the frame of different projects. The need to discuss human resource utilization in the light of resource management emerges, especially it becomes crucial in IT consulting industry. The Resource Management Institute and other credible sources have conducted extensive research to support the claim that good resource management improves project performance (more effective, better margins, fewer cost overruns), better resource utilization, lower customer acquisition costs, and improved employee engagement leading to better employee retention of the right people.