Supplier management

Going to market for a service or tech? Craft your RFP carefully

|April 17th, 2024|

To attract the best providers to participate in your RFP process, be sure what you put forth is the best document possible.
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Spending on temporary staff projected to shrink 3% this year

|April 10th, 2024|

Last year’s steep declines on spending through temp staffing firms eases this year before swinging upward in 2025.
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Benchmarks: Which rate card methodology do program managers favor?

|April 10th, 2024|

A majority of contingent workforce programs utilize a maximum bill rate structure to achieve balance, SIA research finds.
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Beyond metrics: Mapping your suppliers’ maturity

|March 27th, 2024|

Instead of adding to your supplier pool to address a challenging labor market, take a close look at the suppliers already in it.
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Maximize VMS efficiency: Your suppliers’ feedback is critical

|March 6th, 2024|

Your technology impacts your program’s performance. Why your staffing firms should be included in your user experience surveys.
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Google contractors learn of job losses at City Council meeting, union says

|March 6th, 2024|

Contingent YouTube Music workers say they heard about layoffs while seeking city’s support, but employer Cognizant disagrees.
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Get the most from your vendor sales relationships

|January 31st, 2024|

Come to the table prepared for a successful transaction when interacting with your suppliers.
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Bill rates, AI plans, new orders and other supplier trends: Pulse

|January 31st, 2024|

Understanding the circumstances of your talent providers prepares you for program challenges and makes you a better partner.
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Providers weigh in on bill rates, new order slowdown and more: Pulse report

|December 13th, 2023|

These insights will help you become a more educated buyer and better partner to your staffing suppliers.
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Ontario’s new licensing requirement faces six-month delay

|December 6th, 2023|

Recognizing the problems it could cause, the Canadian province postponed the implementation of its licensing plan for temp providers and recruiters.
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