October 12, 2011 - Vol. 3.28

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This week we explore the pros and cons of outsourcing program management to an MSP; Editorial Director Subadhra R. Sriram shares what she learned from a recent chat with IRS reps.

Perspective: Outsource Your MSP?

12 October 2011

Rather than debating MSPs' worth, CW program managers are debating whether to keep program management in-house or to outsource it. There's much to consider. Here are some pros and cons of outsourcing to an MSP.


Blog: A Misclassification Moment with the IRS

12 October 2011

Editorial Director Subadhra R. Sriram sat down with three IRS representatives last week to talk about one of the hottest topics of the event: misclassification. What she learned may surprise you.


Legal Eagle: Who’s Responsible for IC’s Workers’ Safety?

12 October 2011

When an employee of an independent contractor got injured on the job, the IC’s workers’ comp sued the company that hired the IC. That suit made its way to the California Supreme Court. Here's what the court had to say.


Europe: Turning Point in Pay Moderation

12 October 2011

New research shows that collective pay agreements in many European countries resulted in lower pay increases in 2010 than 2009. Further, inflation caused pay in real terms to grow even slower.