CWS 3.0: October 22, 2014

Print

CW education starts with A-B-C

At the CWS Summit and the Solutions Forum this month, we unveiled a new resource for our contingent workforce ecosystem: a guide on Contingent Workforce Engagement Best Practices created by industry experts from the Staffing Industry Analysts Advisory Group (SIAAG). Buyers of staffing services, staffing firms and suppliers to staffing firms can all access a range of resources to further their programs, onboard new hires and create a level playing field of contingent workforce terminology and practical understanding. Here’s why this service is so important.

Availability. These standards are available to all, and we will continue to provide these industry standard resources complimentary to the entire contingent workforce ecosystem. The reason we provide these and other standards such as the Contingent Workforce Lexicon of Terms is to help ensure the community speaks the same language.

Bill Rate. The bill rate is always top of mind, with buyers wanting to ensure they aren’t paying too much and providers wanting to ensure all their costs are covered. Knowing what comprises the contingent worker bill rate is critical. This report helps you understand the components of a bill rate including providing tips on how to recognize whether the contingent worker price is right. There are a few things in there you just may not have thought of. For instance, the CW bill rate includes all statutory costs (taxes) related to the worker, and may include travel, meals, dues, screening and hiring fees.

Certification. Our Certified Contingent Workforce Professional (CCWP) courses are now available online and in person. This endeavor that began within the SIAAG is becoming the gold standard for contingent workforce managers, staffing firms and those in the industry who want to know the ins and outs of how to run contingent workforce programs along with the standards and best practices. These classes are typically taken by individuals with a breadth of experience in the contingent workforce arena and are designed to showcase real world tactics and strategies that can make your program better. Taught by subject matter experts from the industry, the course modules are constantly updated to provide the latest in program management.

This content will help propel us into the next phase of contingent workforce management. Further helping the industry cause is that, buyers and staffing firms have agreed upon practices and are engaged in sharing them