The Age of Self-Sourcing…and the Technology Behind It
Editor’s Note: Today’s article is a quick look at a new Ardent Partners report, “The Age of Self-Sourcing in Contingent Workforce Management and the Role of Online Talent Platforms and…
Four Common Traits of Successful CPOs
There is no doubt that the impact of globalization has affected the procurement function in a profound manner. From core sourcing principles to supplier management processes, the evolution of business…
Twelve Things We Learned About the Non-Employee Workforce in 2015, Part II
CPO Rising is counting down the top twelve things that the industry learned about the non-employee workforce in 2015. From aspects related to functional prowess (think: collaboration) to advancements in…
Procurement’s Expansion into Contingent Workforce Management (CWM)
For some procurement groups, convergence has come in the form of new, complex categories to manage like travel, contingent workforce, business process outsourcing (BPO), and meetings and events, while others…
The Year Ahead for Contingent Workforce Management
Editor’s Note: The evolving non-employee workforce certainly impacts the procurement function, especially as this industry continues to expand and grow. Don’t forget to register for Ardent’s webinar on Thursday, January…
Twelve Things We Learned About the Non-Employee Workforce in 2015, Part I
Editor's Note: The evolving non-employee workforce certainly impacts the procurement function, especially as this industry continues to expand and grow. Don’t forget to register for Ardent’s webinar on Thursday, January 28…
Best of 2015: What Does This Year Hold for Travel and Expense Management?
Editor’s Note: As we reflect on 2015 with our “best of” series, Ardent Partners would like to invite you to our Procurement 2016: Big Trends and Predictions webinar that we are hosting…
Best of 2015: The Implications of 2015’s “Talent Vortex”
Editor’s Note: This week on CPO Rising, we’re publishing five “best of” articles from 2015 as we reflect on the year and prepare for the new year ahead. Enjoy! We’ve…
Why the Contingent Workforce Space Can Benefit from an “Ecosystem” Approach
Editor's Note: Join Christopher J. Dwyer at CPO Rising 2016 and hear it from the man himself on the importance of taking a holistic view of your workforce in 2016 and beyond. Don’t…
Five Things Every Company Should Know About Total Workforce Management
Many businesses have mixed emotions regarding the growth and evolution of the contingent workforce management (CWM) industry. With its rampant growth, growing complexities, and the wealth of technologies and solutions…