COVID forced organizations to quickly adapt to constantly changing market conditions. Nearly three years later, the pace of change hasn’t slowed. To become more agile, companies are turning to contingent workforce staffing. Let’s dive into what contingent staffing is, its significant value for organizations, and how to know if it’s a good option for your organization.
Contingent workforce explained
The contingent workforce is a labor pool that’s hired as needed. These workers contribute specific skills or expertise to a team and for a defined period to boost staffing flexibility and agility. They typically operate with a more fluid work arrangement.
What is a contingent worker?
A contingent worker is a professional who’s been engaged by a company to provide specialized skills, flexibility, and on-demand support without the commitments of permanent employment. Generally, businesses gain access to contingent workers by hiring them directly or through staffing agencies. The most common examples of contingent workers include:
Industries where contingent workforces are common
While you’ll find temporary labor in virtually every industry, contingent workforces are most notably present in:
What does the contingent workforce landscape look like today?
As of 2021, Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) estimated there were 52 million contingent workers in the U.S., making up 35% of the workforce and contributing $1.3 trillion in revenue. What’s more, initial reports in 2022 led the firm to anticipate a further rise in temporary staffing and business expenditure on contingent workers. This global growth trend has been mainly attributed to:
The value of contingent workforces in evolving industries
Taking advantage of contingent labor can provide businesses with benefits such as:
Using contingent labor expands a team’s talent horizons by providing specific skills and diverse perspectives needed for projects. Engaging remote contingent talent also unlocks untapped talent markets and opens doors to more opportunities.
Integrating contingent workers into specialized roles is an effective way to immediately address skill voids. Organizations can gain tailored expertise for tasks and ensure smooth project execution. By effectively addressing short-term skill shortages, teams significantly enhance project efficiency and promote optimized outcomes.
Employers are finding that contingent workforces help to optimize expenses by eliminating costs such as benefit packages and overhead that come with full-time, regular employees.
Ready access to talent with the necessary skills for a project can expedite timelines. This not only accelerates service or product delivery, but also boosts organizational competitiveness by helping businesses meet client demands and stay ahead in product development cycles.
Because contingent workers offer specific know-how, they can quickly elevate productivity and efficiency on projects. As a result, teams can expect streamlined processes and higher-quality output.
The right solution to meet your contingent workforce needs
Contingent workforces have quickly become an invaluable asset for businesses seeking agile solutions and specialized expertise. According to a 2020 Oxford Economics survey, 83% of executives worldwide reported that they planned to increase their use of contingent, intermittent, seasonal, or consultant employees.
For organizations ready to take advantage of this labor pool, Employbridge offers workforce-as-a-service solutions to revolutionize your staffing dynamics. By combining potent technology with decades of workforce management expertise, our solutions ensure scalable, data-rich access to the right workforce at the right time. Plus, Employbridge’s digital platform, using Bluecrew technology, enables seamless workforce management, offers reduced labor costs, and promotes faster fills.
As a strategic partner, Employbridge not only champions industry-specific excellence but also empowers clients with industry insights to improve workforce management. Contact us to learn more about how Employbridge can support your contingent workforce needs.
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