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Getting the terms right

|July 17th, 2019|

Key performance indicators and service-level agreements go hand-in-hand, but are often misunderstood and misapplied. How to use them to their fullest potential.

CWM evolution: Nexis between HR and talent acquisition

|July 10th, 2019|

The role of the CW manager continues its evolution. More representation from HR, new channels to attract talent, increased data and legal challenges are just some of the changes managers are adapting to.

Business-critical temps? Time for a contingency plan

|July 10th, 2019|

If your hiring managers deem certain contingents to be business-critical, you need to have a contingency plan in place in case you lose them. How to make that assessment.

Direct sourcing: Savings, a step toward TTM

|June 26th, 2019|

When direct sourcing is well-executed, the reduced onboarding times, staffing agency margin savings and consistency of contingent worker experience add up to a compelling proposition.

When IC status is not a shield from OSHA

|June 26th, 2019|

Under developing independent contractor law, companies should enforce minimum safety compliance standards.

Changing Tides: Denials, revocations, unprecedented delays on H-1B visas

|June 19th, 2019|

Obtaining temporary work visas for highly skilled foreign workers become increasingly difficult under President Trump. Firms now also report problems with keeping existing visas as well as decision delays.

On the Clock: Time to start tracking workers’ hours

|June 19th, 2019|

A prominent feature in factories for more than a century, the time clock and its modern replacements have had little use for many employers. But a recent European court ruling may mean their return as businesses must track all workers’ hours — even for a post-Brexit UK.

Offboarding your contingents pays off. Try it.

|June 12th, 2019|

Proper onboarding of contingent workers is widely recognized as necessary for a successful worker experience. However, offboarding is just as important and often overlooked. Why you should have a process in place.

Predictive data and the future of talent optimization

|June 12th, 2019|

Access to and the use of big data yields powerful predictive analytics and talent optimization to help talent managers meet challenging mandates.

SIA research: How to negotiate MSAs, other supplier agreements

|June 5th, 2019|

The master service agreement and the adjacent supplier agreements can be a challenging process. An SIA report provides information to execute the process more efficiently.