October 8, 2014
Industry experts compile best practices guide for contingent workforce engagement; UK politicians draw battle lines around employment market
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8 October 2014
Leading industry experts have compiled a guide to identify the best practices in engaging contingent workers.
UK politicians draw battle lines around employment market
8 October 2014
The UK employment market has become the latest battleground for politicians campaigning ahead of the UK general elections in May 2015. The three main political parties have held their annual conferences and drawn their respective battle lines — with mixed reactions.
Legal Update: Calif. governor signs joint liability bill
8 October 2014
California Gov. Jerry Brown on Sept. 28 signed into law a bill that imposes joint liability on buyers of staffing services for staffing firms’ wages and hours and workers’ compensation violations, as well as health and safety compliance.
Fatal injuries rise among contractors
8 October 2014
The number of “contractors” in the US who died from fatal workplace injuries rose in 2013, according to preliminary numbers released last month by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Big data tool to optimize strategic workforce plans
8 October 2014
Comparisons and benchmarking might be feasible at the macro level, but those who need to dig deeper into their numbers have been largely challenged. One firm is looking to bridge the gap.
Happy anniversary, CWS Summit!
8 October 2014
This week, CW professionals are gathering for the 10th annual CWS Summit. In the Contingent Blog, Subadhra R. Sriram, editor and publisher, media products, marks the occasion with a look at the world of contingent workforce management, then and now.