Gain a competitive advantage by allowing controlled contact
Permitting engagement managers to communicate with staffing vendors — with clear guidelines — can yield significant benefits to the program.
Staffing buyer to pay $1.2 million to settle no-poach, wage-fixing lawsuit
A manufacturer in Illinois agreed to settle a case alleging it took part in unlawful no-poach and wage-fixing schemes with three staffing providers.
Extreme a la carte: Are too many fees hurting your program?
Enterprise organizations need cost savings, but steadily declining pricing may be hurting the quality of your program. Here’s what you need to know.
Australian companies face millions in fines for use of unlicensed labor hirers
An engineering firm and its subcontractors face US$3.5 million in penalties for sourcing workers from unlicensed staffing firms in Australia.
Benchmarks: Growth potential ahead for outplacement services
There are many drivers that portend increased long-term demand for outplacement services. Here’s what SIA found in its latest research.
Expanding your talent search? SIA report examines use of the employer-of-record model
As firms tap global markets for the right talent at the right price, this service is gaining traction with contingent workforce programs.
Sponsored: How to boost your program’s maturity and optimize the talent supply chain
The more mature the program, the more consistently it demonstrates better talent attraction, retention and overall ROI.
Provider trends: Bill rates trending downward
SIA’s Pulse survey of staffing suppliers finds bill rates are declining even as recruiting difficulty increases. Plus, we examine expectations for the rest of the year.
How contingent workforce programs are using AI
Program leaders should be aware of the ways artificial intelligence technology is affecting their programs, products and services. Here’s what they need to know.
SOW: Avoid strategic risk with acceptance criteria
Properly executed SOW contracts cut the risk of your provider falling short when delivering projects or services. We offer some key standard signoff process steps and procedure policies that can help you establish solid milestones.
