Archived Articles

The top staffing stories of 2008

December 4, 2008

Top stories: economy stalls, dragging down temp biz
U.S. election, temp buyers getting happier
Ensemble Chimes Global, new European rule, M&A activity

PEO staffing growth update

December 1, 2008

Performance of PEO services remains stratified
Some firms see recovery in California; weakness in Southwest continues
Administaff, ADP expect strong growth in 4Q08 despite challenging environment

Peek Under the Hood: Placed on Holds,Contingent Workforce Strategies November/December 2008

November 25, 2008

Managing vendors when the hiring process stalls

Talent Link: The Contingent Option,Contingent Workforce Strategies November/December 2008

November 25, 2008

Why companies should invest in temporary labor

Green Pastures,Contingent Workforce Strategies November/December 2008

November 25, 2008

Waste Management's contingents clean up

The Price is Right,Contingent Workforce Strategies November/December 2008

November 24, 2008

Why engaging contingents can positively impact your bottom line

A Contingent Perspective: Let's Get Real,Contingent Workforce Strategies November/December 2008

November 24, 2008

Contingent workforce management comes of age

Commercial staffing growth update

November 21, 2008

Commercial staffing double-digit downdraft accelerates in 3Q
Office/clerical as expected, guidance affirmed: 8% 2009 decline projected
Industrial deteriorates, guidance to be lowered in coming forecast

Third-quarter financial results

November 14, 2008

Tough economic conditions weigh on staffing firms
Revenue down by median 1.9% year over year
U.S. slowdown moves to parts of Europe

Analysis of Spherion 3Q08 earnings release

November 4, 2008

Revenue down 11.4% on organic basis
Commercial direct-hire plummets 45.5%; professional off 22.6%
Company abstains from 4Q08 guidance, citing limited visibility.