Lured by direct sourcing? Pay attention to the risks of going it alone
Many companies are looking to establish their own internal talent pools of contingent staff. However, foregoing the services of a staffing agency can be risky. Here’s how.
GDPR: The clock is ticking …
In a little more than three weeks, Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation goes into effect. Are you and your staffing providers ready? A new article in Staffing Industry Review magazine outlines what you need to know when dealing with candidates’ information.
More firms looking to add SOW; other hot topics at CWS Summit Europe
Growing interest in managing statement-of-work consulting is among the topics on the agenda for next week’s CWS Summit Europe in London.
Safe data sharing: Avoid the risks by following basic hygiene
Under the GDPR, sharing candidate’s personal data with staffing suppliers opens you up to risk. Follow basic protocols to protect your organization.
Union goes after buyers for pay violations
UK union calls on government to hold buyers liable for staffing providers’ minimum wage and holiday pay violations.
H-1B Visa application window opens
The filing period for H-1B visas began Monday for the 2019 federal fiscal year amid continued political turmoil.
Equal pay for temps
Ontario becomes the first North American jurisdiction to implement such a policy starting April 1.
Consent and the GDPR: Busting the myth
In a blog post, SIA’s director of legal and regulatory research addresses myths surrounding the issue of consent in terms of Europe’s impending General Data Protection Regulation.
On the risk spectrum: GDPR, #MeToo and beyond
2018 brings an abundance of legal changes and developments expected to impact the workforce environment globally. Stay on top of what’s coming up.
Apple announces rules for its suppliers using private employment agencies
As part of an ongoing effort to clean up its global supply chain, Apple imposed new rules for its suppliers that hire workers through private employment agencies.
