Is now the time to consider RPO?
If you have discounted RPO in the past, you might want to take a second look. The economy may be shaky, but it is wise to prepare now for future needs.
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Global RPO market falls 7% in 2020 but rebound on tap
The global recruitment process outsourcing market declined in 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic. However, the market will surpass pre-pandemic levels this year, according to a new report from SIA.
It’s new and hot, but is self-sourcing really for you?
Since our CWS Summit and Solutions Forum in October, the number of inquiries we’ve fielded regarding self-sourcing — how to do it and the perceived benefits — have increased two-fold. With the immediate thought by most program managers of significant cost savings, it almost seems a “no brainer” — why wouldn’t an organization consider implementing […]
Outplacement services helps your brand and temps
Many businesses must reduce their workforces in the wake of Covid-19. Offering outplacement services to workers, including contingents, offers a smoother transition for them and brand protection for the organization.
SIA advisory team’s top insights
CWS 3.0 strives to provide actionable insight to enable you to administer your program — smartly. As we close 2020, we look back at the most popular articles from our advisory team.
TTM: A strategic powerhouse
With successful project resourcing and work distribution that saves significant time and money, you can become a valued partner to the business side of the organization.
Promoting DE&I: Call out the influencers you know
With the events of 2020 presenting an opportunity for us to effect real change, we at SIA are proud to introduce the 2021 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Influencers list, open to professionals across the ecosystem, including buyers, who are pushing the needle on DE&I.
What’s driving total talent
As companies are coming around to the next evolution of their labor programs, they are subtly calling on the tenets of total talent to differentiate and elevate their programs.
Bad fit? Survey tool can help productivity
To ensure project success, program managers need to know early on if a worker is not assimilating as expected into the project. Survey tools can help ensure issues are caught early.
Term limits: Misunderstood role in co-employment — Part 2
Co-employment is a factor in many labor laws and is interpreted differently by agencies and courts. An attorney shares a few examples and explains when term limits do make business sense.
What’s hot in 2016 for staffing ecosystem — Part 2
2016 is shaping up to be another growth year for contingent work. Here's what to expect in IT and healthcare.
Start 2018 right: Resources to achieve program success
Start the new year out right with the latest resources from SIA, guaranteed to make you and your program smarter as you begin 2018.
Considerations when converting assignments to an SOW
Sometimes it makes sense to change work arrangements, but there are things to consider before converting your time-and-materials assignments to a statement of work.
Must-have program improvements for 2024
From contract terms to RFPs and more, here are elements you should consider for your 2024 contingent workforce program.
Total talent management: Meaningless chatter or vital?
The concept of TTM is important as an acknowledgment that talent is more than an expense line and can be a true competitive differentiator when properly leveraged.
What’s hot in 2016 for the staffing ecosystem — Part 1
2016 is shaping up to be another growth year for contingent work, following a year in which the temp penetration rate continued to climb, reaching an all-time high at 2.06% in December. According to our analysts, on a year-over-year basis (i.e., December 2015 from December 2014), total nonfarm employment was up 1.9% and temporary help employment […]
On the road: What’s the next stop for your program?
Now that you’ve got your local operations running smoothly, it’s time to consider folding in other regions worldwide.
Buyers expect to consolidate supplier pools, increase contingent share
Diversity supplier programs and supplier consolidation rank as top workforce strategies in 2021 while contingents comprise 20% of workforce, according to a report from SIA.
Evaluating your supplier pool? Check SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms list
CW managers can refer to SIA’s annual list of the largest staffing firms in the US when examining their supplier pipelines and exploring options. The 2023 update comprises a record 251 firms.
Supplier search: Try SIA’s Largest Staffing Firms list
As you examine your supplier pipeline to see where changes, additions, consolidations or other shifts might help your contingent workforce program, SIA's Largest US Staffing Firms list can be a great resource of companies that are on solid footing.
