February 13, 2013
OSHA fines Bacardi nearly $200,000 for contingent worker's death; Focus on cost corrections instead of cost savings.
Cost Correction, Not Savings
February 13, 2013
Instead of focusing on savings, contingent workforce managers should turn their sights on cost corrections: getting the right worker at the right price. Here’s why — and how.
Bacardi Faces Fines in Temp’s Death
February 13, 2013
Bacardi Bottling Corp. faces penalties of nearly $200,000 in the wake of a temporary worker’s death, OSHA reported Monday. Meanwhile, Bacardi says it has already addressed or put in place plans that resolve all safety and health matters identified by the agency.
Are You Ready to Go Global?
February 13, 2013
Taking CW programs global has been a priority for a few years now, and some companies that have gone through it are sharing their experiences for others to learn.
HP Moves to Protect Contingents in China
February 13, 2013
Computer maker HP has issued guidelines for the use of student and temporary workers at its manufacturing facilities across China, mandating fair remuneration and social insurance, among other expectations.
Suppliers’ Pet Peeves
February 13, 2013
You can transform a mediocre relationship into a great one if you treat your staffing partners with consideration, writes Editorial Director Subadhra R. Sriram in The Contingent Blog. Here, she lists suppliers’ pet peeves when it comes to client demands.
Veterans: An Exceptional Talent Pool
February 13, 2013
Jeanne Achille, president and CEO of The Devon Group, explains why military veterans make for great hires in The Staffing Stream.
Strategies for Avoiding ACA Penalties
February 13, 2013
Many employers are considering expanding their use of contingent workers as a strategy for containing healthcare costs under the Affordable Care Act, set to kick in Jan. 1, 2014. Attorney Wayne Jacobsen discusses four such strategies to mitigate the ACA’s costs.
SIA Research: MSP Negotiation Template
February 13, 2013
Staffing Industry Analysts has developed a template CWS Council members can use in MSP negotiations. Council members can contact enterpriseservices@staffingindustry.com for the tool.
800,000 New Freelancers Join Elance
February 13, 2013
Elance reports billings and usage have grown by nearly 50 percent, and has signaled that it would be targeting larger businesses in the future.