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Ace that Temp Assignment!

May 20, 2013

Even as the job market continues on its erratic and fluctuating path, 40% of employers have recently responded to a survey saying they would hire workers for temporary positions! This is a 4% up-tick from last year’s numbers. 42% of these employers are planning temp-to-perm positions. Employers are unsure about the recovery, the impact ofRead full story…

Staffing is Not for Illegal, Undocumented Workers

May 17, 2013

Every now and again, those of us associated with temporary workers, independent contractors and SOW projects come across really denigrating remarks against temporary staffing and wonder what could cause such vehement disapproval. For qualified and skilled workers, temporary work is all about work-life balance; being their own bosses and possibly earning more than what theyRead full story…

Cyber Security and Contingent Workers

May 16, 2013

At the mention of security threats, most companies immediately think of hackers. The Washington State court system was hacked into this February – potentially compromising information about 160,000 Social Security numbers and a million drivers’ licenses. This news was closely followed by CNBC’s report of a former Bloomberg employee accessing user data of the BloombergRead full story…

Managed Service Provider – External Vs. Internal

May 15, 2013

The employment situation is in a constant state of flux and an uncertain economy will only render it ten times more unpredictable. Not everyone is equipped to deal with the vagaries of the job market with confidence. While some companies may have a very competent approach to talent management, whether permanent or contingent, many fallRead full story…

DCR Trendline May 2013 – Contingent Worker Forecast and Supply Report

April 23, 2013

Each month, DCR Workforce brings you greater insight into the temporary staffing market. The Trendline Report, offered to you at no charge, provides original research and cutting-edge analysis of contingent worker demand and supply, and predictive forecasts of wage trends. We provide the context you need to set the course for what happens next. InsideRead full story…