Posts by Daniel DeSousa
Revolutionizing Contingent Labor Management in Higher Education: Join Our Webinar
In today’s rapidly evolving higher education landscape, the management of contingent labor has become more critical than ever. As institutions strive to maintain flexibility while ensuring the highest standards of education, effective management of non-employee labor is essential. That’s why nextSource and Workday VNDLY are excited to co-host a groundbreaking webinar focused on transforming how…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Value of MSPs in Services Procurement
In our recent webinar, “SOW: Client Needs, Strategic Choices, and the User Experience,” we delved deep into the intricacies of services procurement, with a particular focus on understanding the landscape, overcoming management inhibitors, and forging a plan to create greater value. In the webinar we presented original research into the value Managed Services Providers (MSPs)…
Read MoreDo You Know Where Your Money is Going? Understanding Hidden Costs in Services Procurement
In the complex landscape of modern business, one critical question often looms large: “Do you know where your money is going?” This question, posed by Scott Silberlust’s manager at Northwell Health, captures the essence of a significant challenge faced by many organizations today. With the rise of project-based (aka fixed-fee) work and the increasing reliance…
Read MoreA Practical Approach to Services Procurement
Navigating a Practical Approach to Services Procurement In today’s complex business environment, managing a services procurement process efficiently is more critical than ever. Organizations frequently grapple with the question of whether to handle everything in-house or to supplement with a partner that can augment their existing capabilities. Why Consider a Service Provider for Your Procurement…
Read More3 Essential Considerations Before Purchasing a VMS: Insights from the IT Trenches
In the fast-paced world of IT management, the decision to implement a Vendor Management System (VMS) to enable oversight of non-employees can be fraught with challenges. Drawing from firsthand experience, a seasoned IT Manager shared invaluable insights during a recent webinar netSource co-hosted with Chateau Consulting – MSP as a Technology Enabler in the VMS…
Read MoreReflecting on a Successful Webinar: MSP as a Technology Enabler in the VMS Landscape
We’re thrilled to reflect on the success of our recent webinar, “MSP as a Technology Enabler in the VMS Landscape.” The event brought together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to delve into the complexities of the evolving business landscape and the pivotal role of MSPs in driving technological innovation. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to…
Read MoreThe Department of Labor’s 2024 Final Ruling for Independent Contractors
The determination of whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) has been subject to interpretation for decades, exacerbated by the rise in the number of freelancers in the United States. Workers classified as employees are entitled to minimum wage, overtime, and other wage and hour protections…
Read More2024 – What Workers Want
Lots of research out there showed that post-COVID, priorities were work-life balance, non-monetary benefits, social responsibility, and more. Although the issue of talent scarcity continues, concerns about the economy have once more made financial compensation the #1 priority. In 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 47 million Americans voluntarily quit their jobs. This…
Read MoreCompanies Say They Plan to Increase Use Of Contingent Workers – What That Means For Contingent Workers
In the dynamic landscape of the contemporary workforce, a significant shift is unfolding. According to the recent Ceridian 2023 Executive survey, an impressive 65% of companies worldwide are strategically planning to increase their reliance on contingent workers (i.e., non-employee workers on temporary assignment) over the next two years. This trend isn’t entirely new; in fact,…
Read MoreUsing AI…but not relying on It
Artificially intelligence or AI has arguably one of the most trending topics of 2023, used in an almost infinite number of ways to make life easier. We can now use AI to help us format emails or write papers, give us workout plans and diet advice, offer recommendations on just about anything you can think…
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