Technology
What New MSP Technology Can’t Do
Recruitment systems save time and money during talent acquisition. However, they have some limitations. Here are the drawbacks of new MSP technology.
Read MoreThe Ukraine War and its Effects on IT Staffing
The fog of war clouds visibility when it comes to planning just about anything. While there are certainly dire, life-threatening consequences for the humans caught in the crossfire, it may seem less important to consider the consequences to staffing industry concerns. However, since IT talent continues to be in exceptionally high demand and short supply…
Read MoreWhat is the Role of Automation in Managed Services?
What would happen if an organization decided to use BOTH a VMS and an MSP? It’s not a crazy question. In fact, quite a lot of good can come from marrying these two seemingly different approaches to the same goal of improving workforce management. Let’s think through what’s to be gained by embracing the “why…
Read MoreWill talent scarcity halt the growth of the Tech Sector?
In this third installment of our series exploring the current level of business insecurity and the impact it has on workforce plans (part one: Will 2021 Be a Year of Thriving or Surviving for Your Workforce?, part two: Has COVID Changed the Definition of “Agile Workforce”?) we focus on an industry that has experienced a…
Read MoreWill AI Replace the Human Workforce Post-Pandemic?
The long-tail effects of the pandemic of 2020/2021 will continue to affect the face of the labor market. By extension, workforce planning and management will need to modulate their activities, even after things return to something resembling “normal”. One such notable change that is likely to impact workforce planning activity is the increased use of…
Read MoreRapid Changes in Workforce Industry Underscores Need for Seasoned Guidance
No one could argue that the nature of work and the workforce continues to undergo a rapid evolution. Driven by advances in technology and computing power, modulated by the shifting demands of working in the pandemic age, changes effecting workforce planning and management continue to come fast and furious. This is clearly visible in the…
Read MoreIs My Organization Ready to Move Workforce Management into the Cloud?
Deciding whether, how and when to invest in workforce management automation technology is a challenging process. How does one know if they’re ready to embrace cloud-based management software systems like VMS, talent acquisition tools, onboarding systems, etc.? Let’s explore the answers to this pressing question. Most workforce management professionals are aware that VMS tools, payroll…
Read MoreWhat Is IC Management?
IC management or Independent Contractor Management is a process in which to leverage benefits provided by 1099 contract resources. Learn more.
Read MoreWorking Knowledge Digest Nov-Dec 2020 | Part II
Here’s Part II of our bi-monthly “Working Knowledge Digest” feature. Part I digested Market Developments highlighted in the Working Knowledge portion of the nextSource website. Part II contains synopsis of the technology advancements and other newsworthy notes from November and December 2020. Technology AdvancementsTwo recent surveys reveal HR Technology Investment Plans for 2021which indicate companies…
Read MoreWhat Is a VMS?
Vendor Management Systems (VMSs) offer robust support in a simple, singular platform. Learn more about how VMS can serve your staffing needs.
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