Don’t miss Staffing World^® 2024, the ASA annual convention and expo—your opportunity to make strategic connections, learn about new developments, and get solutions to win business and spur growth.

This year’s event takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN, and details about the more than 30 educational sessions scheduled are available online right now.

Register online by Sept. 21 for the lowest rate available. You can save even more when you bring your team—learn more and register today at staffingworld.net.

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new member, which joined during the week ending July 14.

Salem Solutions
Tampa, FL

Managed service provider (MSP) and vendor management service (VMS) arrangements provide significant value to staffing buyers and staffing agencies alike, which is why they have become so prevalent in the past 20 years.

Staffing buyers and staffing agencies assessing whether to use such services tend to focus primarily on the MSP or VMS providers’ software and service capabilities, often overlooking the providers’ financial strength. That is an oversight that can put buyers and agencies at substantial risk.

A newly published issue paper, “Managing Risks in MSP and VMS Arrangements,” describes the key financial warning signs staffing buyers and agencies should look for and the steps they can take to mitigate their risks.

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Staffing STATS—Quarterly Data-Centric Webinar Series.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. In an uncertain economic climate, staffing firms must prioritize productivity and efficiency to maintain margins and prepare for future economic recovery. In the second Staffing STATS webinar of 2024, ASA chief economist Noah Yosif and Bullhorn senior vice president of global enterprise Gretchen Keefner will share their insights on navigating the current macroeconomic landscape and leveraging innovation for sustainable growth.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

ASA Central—the dynamic online community just for staffing professionals—is home to more than 27,000 staffing professional profiles and countless ongoing industry conversations.

This week, take a look at your colleagues’ discussions and some of the blogs they’ve posted on ASA Central:

• Health insurance plans for staffing employees
• Olympic or Paralympic athletes working as temporary or contract employees
• Signs of recovery in the staffing industry

Get involved with the community—update your profile today so you can network with colleagues, join a section community, recommend and comment on your colleagues’ posts, and share your own blog or discussion post. Log in to ASA Central now.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Staffing STATS—Quarterly Data-Centric Webinar Series,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. In an uncertain economic climate, staffing firms must prioritize productivity and efficiency to maintain margins and prepare for future economic recovery. In the second Staffing STATS webinar of 2024, ASA chief economist Noah Yosif and Bullhorn senior vice president of global enterprise Gretchen Keefner will share their insights on navigating the current macroeconomic landscape and leveraging innovation for sustainable growth.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Find out how your compensation and benefit plans compare with industry peers. The ASA Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Survey, which provides the only comprehensive review of salaries and compensation in the staffing industry, is now open.

Participating firms will get 12 months of continuous access to the dynamic reporting platform, which provides benchmarking data for 27 positions specific to the staffing industry—including executive positions. You’ll be able to tailor data views by company size, industry sector, or region.

Get more information and register to participate in the survey at americanstaffing.net/compensation.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “California Litigation Avoidance Through Labor Code Compliance.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Employers that do business in California need to adhere strictly to labor laws to avoid costly litigation—attorneys Anthony D. Sbardellati and Nancy Sotomayor of Akerman LLP will share best practices to help staffing firms avoid claims from employees for meal period violations, underpayment of wages, and inaccurate wage statements. Sponsored by Akerman LLP.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “California Litigation Avoidance Through Labor Code Compliance,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. Employers that do business in California need to adhere strictly to labor laws to avoid costly litigation—attorneys Anthony D. Sbardellati and Nancy Sotomayor of Akerman LLP will share best practices to help staffing firms avoid claims from employees for meal period violations, underpayment of wages, and inaccurate wage statements. Sponsored by Akerman LLP.

All ASA webinars are free for ASA members, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Is your company prepared for the economic shifts and market changes that might be ahead? The ASA Growth Tool Kit was developed to empower staffing companies by providing them with the data, analysis, and business intelligence they need to withstand economic challenges and take advantage of opportunities.

The ASA Growth Tool Kit is a comprehensive repository of resources such as economic, business, and industry news; educational resources; articles, market analysis, and economic research. Access the ASA Growth Tool Kit at americanstaffing.net.