November 2, 2011 - Vol. 3.31

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This week: A compliance expert discusses personal data privacy pretections in the EU; A CW manager discusses program adoption and expansion; The thorny topic of retirement age.

Compliance: Bridging US & EU Privacy Laws

2 November 2011

The European Union restricts the transfer of personal data outside the EU. Companies using the services of vendor management systems or managed services providers need to ensure that they are adhering to applicable laws when storing their European Union-based contingents’ data in the U.S.


In the Spotlight: Get that senior leadership buy-in

2 November 2011

A First Data CW manager discusses program adoption, expansion, and creating visibility into her company’s program.


World: Planning for an older contingent workforce

2 November 2011

Pensions and retirement age are sensitive topics around the world. Indeed, tempers have flared recently at politicians' attempts at raising the age of retirement.


Blog: And the Winners Are …

2 November 2011

In the contingent workforce world, the anticipation of the VMS and MSP Supplier Competitive Landscape report is a little akin to the buzz of Oscar night. The results are greeted with jubilation in some quarters and renewed ambition in others. This year was no different. But one thing stands out, writes... More