Many contract recruiters wish they had taken that internal recruiting position offered to them two or three years ago. As in every recession, being an … Read more
Bayard Launches RPO and Consulting Unit
It may be the worst recession in decades, but that didn’t stop Bayard Advertising Agency from launching a new recruitment consulting and RPO … Read more
Staffing Company Spherion’s Losses Show Impact Of Economy
More bad news on the employment front today as Spherion reports it lost $126.2 million in the last quarter of 2008, giving it a $118.5 million loss for the … Read more
How Should John Respond?
Tom Snyder, the tough-nosed director of operations at Great Company, had a big decision to make. Like so many other executives faced with poor sales and a … Read more
As Job Losses Grow, So Do The Calls To Trim Visas, Outsourcing
As the recession deepens and job losses set records, the finger of blame, which has up to now been pointed at the bankers and Wall Street brokers — … Read more
Staffing Trends
Last month, DoubleStar conducted a survey to determine the current state of recruiting practices in a cross-section of organizations. The survey was sent … Read more
Recruiting Costs: A Manager’s Opportunity
Cost has always been central to recruiting. One of the most popular (though not the most useful) metrics is cost-per-hire. But demonstrating the value of … Read more
RPO Interest Grows While Global Hiring Slows
Despite the slowing economy, more employers are requesting proposals for recruitment process outsourcing services. The CEOs of Hudson Highland Group and … Read more
Weekly Update…Outsourcing, OFCCP, and Becoming Independent
I am keeping the Seven Wonders of the Week alive but I need your help! I picked out six of the top discussions and wanted to ask what you think #7 should … Read more
Selective Outsourcing Initiatives and Talent Management Software-as-a-Service Dominate at the Mid-year Mark
At mid-year, employers are choosing to dip their toes in the outsourcing pool, rather than jump in feet first. Attempts at wide-scale HR outsourcing … Read more