Recent Updates

Developments in Data Privacy: 2022 Global Update

18 July 2022

  • This annual update provides information about the latest developments globally in laws regulating the way personal data is processed
  • In this update, we report on the agreement in principle between the EU and US on a Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework for protecting transfers of personal data... More

The Future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Contingent Workforce: 2022 Update

6 July 2022

  • Significantly more programs now follow advanced DEI practices.
  • Despite disruption caused by the pandemic, DEI holds its place in corporate priorities.
  • New VMS-driven capabilities offer the potential of greatly accelerating adoption of DEI practices.

The Future of Identity Verification in Contingent Work: Flipping the Paradigm

6 July 2022

  • Identify theft cases have doubled since the onset of the pandemic.
  • Nearly two thirds (63%) falsely believe all background checks include identity verification, yet this isn’t so.
  • Next-generation approaches profiled in the report hold the promise to overcome current shortcomings.

Platform Approach vs. Point: the Promise of End-to-End Solution Suites in Flexible Workforce Management

6 July 2022

  • The proliferation of point solutions has impacted productivity due to lack of integration.
  • Many advanced programs seek next-generation VMS with seamless, end-to-end integration.
  • The study draws from interviews with a dozen thought leaders and advanced practitioners.

Staffing Company Interim Planning Package 2022

6 July 2022

  • This report will assist you in finding the most relevant SIA research that will help your business achieve its goals.
  • From the reports published so far this year and late last year, we have chosen to highlight those we believe will be the most useful and insightful to you in planning your future... More

Workforce Solutions Ecosystem 2022

1 July 2022

  • This is our annual update which codifies and defines the various parts of the Workforce Solutions Ecosystem. It is an essential guide for those who operate within this Ecosystem and also those who procure services or products from it.
  • 2021 has been a year in which the ecosystem has emerged strongly... More

Companies looking to Acquire Staffing Firms 2022

28 June 2022

  • This report allows the sellers of staffing firms to understand the requirements of prospective acquirers.
  • SIA have identified 25 companies looking to acquire a staffing firm and have listed their preferences regarding target segments and geography.
  • This report provides the full insights shared... More

Asia Pacific Legal Update Q2 2022

27 June 2022

  • This report is a comprehensive round up of the legal developments affecting the workforce solutions ecosystem across the Asia Pacific region in Q2 2022
  • Important legal developments this quarter include an increase in the Australian minimum wage; an overhaul of labour law in Malaysia; and Sri Lanka... More

Candidate Evaluation Tools: Interviewing Platforms

24 June 2022

  • Interviewing platforms enable hiring organizations to remotely conduct job interviews with candidates.
  • This report provides an introduction and overview of the market. Staffing firms, MSPs, buyers of contingent or permanent talent and other stakeholders can use this report to learn about the latest... More

APAC Financial Results Q4 2021

23 June 2022

  • This report includes detailed financial results of 53 publicly traded staffing companies for Q4 2021
  • See details of Median year-over-year revenue growth
  • Plus median net margin numbers compared to last year.