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Out with the old and in with the new

Surprisingly, many businesses and recruitment agencies are still relying on paper timesheets for their employees and contingent workforce. Manual timesheets are dated in today’s fast-paced digital world – it is about time you joined the rest of us online.

Here are some of the common criticisms of paper times and reasons why you should consider replacing them. Read more

Over the past year, Australia’s freelance market saw a surge of 370,000 workers – with a third of the national workforce now participating in contingent work.
A study by Upwork, an online freelancing platform found that 4.1 million people in Australia have done some form of freelance work in the past year.
Recruiters: Tips to Retain Margins on Fees

One of the top challenges facing recruitment professionals in today’s competitive market is how to retain margins.  Temp and contract desks gross profit as a % of sales remains under pressure and has put immense pressure on cash flow.

 

What can you do to retain margins and improve your cash flow? Read more

Contracting can be a scary word for some people; thoughts of job insecurity, remaining compliant at all times, loads of paperwork, and a lack of company benefits can be off-putting for those looking for work. However, contracting has distinct advantages that should not be overlooked by those on the job hunt, such as increased job flexibility, more earning potential, and greater control over finances. So read on, and perhaps you will be motivated to take the plunge into the exciting world of contracting! Read more

Streamlining Contingent Workforce Management, Outsource or Manage In- House?

The permanent recruitment market is changing and more Australian businesses are embracing contingent workforces.  With this growth it is essential that recruiters adapt and seek to improve processes and operations to manage this workforce effectively.

More and more agencies are investing in technology to improve efficiencies and streamline every day processes, and if you already haven’t done so it’s about time you did.  At SDP Solutions we offer recruitment agencies the choice of managing an automated, streamlined process in house through TemPay or alternatively outsourcing the management of their contractor and temp desk to SDP directly where a tailored solution can be built especially for your agency’s requirements.

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The latest Pulse Survey of Hiring Intentions from the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association (RCSA) shows 61 per cent of responding RCSA members predict an increase in the demand for permanent recruitment services over the next three months. In addition, 50 per cent expect an increase for on-hire workers over the time period.  Read more

Australian Citizens and permanent residents of good character are permitted to work in New Zealand under the same conditions as New Zealanders.  Australian citizens will usually be allowed to live, work or study in New Zealand and won’t need to apply for any type of via before travelling.

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A Temporary and Contract desk is proving itself as a key factor in sustaining a competitive and robust marketplace within the recruitment industry in Australia. With the growth of the contingent workforce, it is imperative that recruiters adapt and streamline their processes and operations to accommodate this workforce.
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