March Bulletin
Key mistakes to avoid ❌ When playing fair isn't playing smart 😱 How to build internal support for your program 💪🏻 Finding hidden savings 💰 Maximizing your program ROI 😍
Degrees Are Out, Skills Are In — Have You Noticed?
Here’s a stat that should make hiring managers sit up straight: 41% of employers are actively dropping degree requirements for contingent roles. And yet some CW programs are still clinging to the resume like it’s 1999. March reminded us that in today’s market, skills are the new currency. If your suppliers can’t demonstrate capability over credentials — or worse, if your VMS still filters candidates by education — it might be time to evolve. Because the best talent won’t wait around while we argue over whether someone needs a bachelor's to be brilliant.
Industry Happenings
👉🏻 California politician and the misclassification challenges
👉🏻 US gender pay gap woes still rumble
👉🏻 Industry people on the move
👉🏻 The latest on staffing firm DE&I changes
Top 10 Contingent Workforce Mistakes to Avoid
Managing a contingent workforce? Great. Accidentally setting fire to your budget, compliance, or reputation? Not so great. Here are the top 10 unforced errors that companies keep making—and how you can avoid every single one.
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When You Play Vendor Neutral Are You Playing Fair
In theory, vendor neutrality levels the playing field. In practice? It can handcuff your results. Find out why some of the most effective contingent workforce programs are quietly rewriting the rules.
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How to Get Stakeholder Buy-In for Your Program
No stakeholder buy-in = no program success. If you’re struggling to get HR, Finance, or Legal aligned, this guide lays out exactly how to speak their language—and secure the backing your program deserves.
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Are You Access All the Hidden Savings in Your Vendor Agreements
Buried in your staffing vendor agreements are silent costs and missed opportunities. This article shows you how to find—and fix—the hidden gaps that could be draining your budget without you even realizing.
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All the ROI Elements of a Best-in-Class Contingent Workforce Program
A well-run contingent workforce program doesn’t just save money—it generates ROI across agility, compliance, and talent access. In this piece, we break down exactly where the returns are hiding (and how to claim them).
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