Temporary workers have long been the ally of companies that need competent and skilled employees, but don't want to make a long-term commitment to them by hiring them on in permanent, full-time positions. Supplemental staffing agencies, also known as an employer of record, understand the value of the partnership between themselves and their clients.According to…

When permanent, full-time hires aren't an option, many organizations turn to an employer of record to help deliver the manpower services they need. Contract workers are a valuable asset to companies that want competent and skilled employees, but only on a temporary basis.A recent press release from the Michigan Department of Transportation revealed the organization…

By Elizabeth Rice, SPHRAs the complexities in HR have grown and the service delivery of HR department has shifted, companies have broadened the scope of HR services that are being outsourced. Once traditional payroll and benefits administration back office transactions have given way to large HRO and BPO (Business Process Outsourcing); deals in which entire…

The popularity of HR outsourcing services is growing rapidly. These companies offer small- and mid-sized business the peace of mind knowing that back-office functions are being handled professionally so that continued focus can be put toward growing the business and generating more bottom line revenue.In a recent article from WhaTech, citing data contained in the…

Many small- and mid-sized companies have a need for HR services but aren't in a position to be able to hire a full-time, dedicated person or team to do the job. This is the reality for many organizations, but one viable solution is to hire an HR outsourcing firm to handle traditional back-office support tasks.These organizations…

There are a number of reasons a business would hire a company of record to help manage back-office support functions. One of these is to free up owners to deal with action items that contribute to company growth. Getting help in managing the stress associated with ensuring that workers are paid correctly and on time, in addition…

For many businesses, partnering with an employer of record can be extremely beneficial to their operations. These companies essentially handle all back office support tasks, many of which can be overwhelming for owners of small to midsized firms.However, there are many organizations who may not be aware of these services or how they can help a…

For many workers, benefits are considered one of the most important items in their compensation packages. Prospective employees will often make a decision on whether to work for an organization based on its healthcare, pension and retirement offerings. However, employee benefits administration can be a time-consuming task for owners of small to medium-sized businesses. It's for…

Managing payroll is much more than ensuring that workers are paid on time. There are a number of other tasks associated with this critical business function, the most important of which is submitting timely and accurate reports to the Internal Revenue Service.According to Article Bay, citing information from Businessweek, not sticking to payroll reporting deadlines…

In today's business world, conducting background screenings is a crucial part of the HR administration process, particularly when it comes to the use of contract workers. Many staffing agencies are judged by their clients on the quality of supplemental workers they provide. The better their reputation is in this area, the more opportunities a temporary…