July 2012
The rising use of contingent labor brings unique risks. Attorney George Reardon details some areas where staffing firms can advise their clients and help to mitigate those concerns. This issue also includes coverage of the difficulties staffing firms have trying to use H-1B visas, misconceptions regarding use of contingent workers and companies’ liabilities and background checks.
Research Report: Not That Friendly
July 2, 2012
Surprisingly few workers find staffing firms through social networking.
Risky Business
July 2, 2012
The rising use of contingent labor brings unique risks. We detail some areas where staffing firms can advise their clients and help to mitigate those concerns.
Everyone's Problem
July 2, 2012
IT staffing companies have been wrangling with the USCIS regarding its restrictions on their ability to obtain H1-B visas and its policies that challenged the staffing model itself. Here’s why all staffing firms should take note.
The Myths, the Reality
July 2, 2012
Despite growing sophistication among users of contingent labor, many misconceptions still persist among buyers as well as staffing firms regarding the use of contingents and the companies’ liabilities. We address a few.
Behind the Screen
July 2, 2012
One way to mitigate risk is to conduct background checks on workers you place. However, background screening carries its own set of pitfalls companies have to deal with.
By the Numbers
July 2, 2012
- What’s hot in manufacturing, where overtime hours are highes
- Manufacturing job gains
- Industrial staffing revenue growth