CEOs more confident, say talent shortage eases amid Covid
Citing eased talent shortages amid the pandemic, CEOs are more upbeat than earlier this year in the Conference Board's Measure of CEO Confidence, the SIA Global Daily News reports.
Change across the board
A healthcare staffing executive makes the case for greater diversity on corporate boards amid the activism for change that has blossomed throughout society this year.
IC classification cases: Uber/Lyft, Postmates, gentlemen’s club
Judges hear arguments in Uber and Lyft’s fight to keep classifying drivers as ICs; a Postmates driver sues over status; and exotic dancers prevail in misclassification fight.
Lawmakers seek longer comment period on DOL’s IC rule
Senators and attorneys general from 21 states plus District of Columbia criticized the agency for only providing 30 days for public input on its proposed rule.
H1-B roundup: Judge blocks Trump work visa orders; DOL reforms pay methodology
A US district judge ruled the president does not have the authority to cast aside immigration laws; the DOL issued an interim final rule reforming the prevailing wage methodology used in several foreign worker programs.
Benchmarks: Remote work for the post-pandemic temp
While the number of temporary workers able to work from home will drop post-pandemic, staffing executives still foresee about 20% of their temporary workers will continue to do so.
A look in the mirror: With flaws exposed, opportunities abound
A talent acquisition professional discusses how the pandemic exposed organizations’ flaws — but also opened opportunities for programs and staffing providers to work together to create a better worker experience.
SIA announces 2020 Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms
Executives from the top 10 Fastest-Growing US Staffing Firms list, announced today, share their experiences as they navigate the Covid-19 crisis. See what your suppliers are doing.
California adds more exemptions to controversial AB 5 statute
Eighteen professions have been granted exemptions to California's AB 5 law that makes independent contractor classification more difficult.
2020 CW Program Game Changers list is live
Staffing Industry Analysts released its third annual 2020 CW Program Game Changers list today, a class of more than 40 individuals around the world who have been at the forefront of the changing world of work. Read about how they are moving mountains here.
