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Many organizations rely on contingent talent but don’t have a clear view of how well their MSP program is performing. Without that visibility, gaps can go unnoticed.
That’s why our team of workforce solutions experts created the MSP Maturity Quiz. In just six questions, you can benchmark your program against industry best practices and get a clear snapshot of where you stand. More importantly, you’ll see which MSP maturity stage your program falls into and what that means for your next steps.
The 5 Stages of MSP Program Maturity
Most MSP programs evolve over time, moving from reactive, decentralized approaches to more strategic, integrated models. The five stages below outline that progression and give you a preview of where your program may fall:
Stage 1: Ungoverned & Provisional
No formal program exists. Hiring managers rely on personal contacts. Decisions are relationship-driven and cost-focused. Compliance risks are largely invisible, and there is little to no visibility into total contingent spend.
Stage 2: Inconsistent & Tactical
First-generation programs exist but remain disconnected and siloed. Results are tactical, and data visibility is limited. Departments operate independently, often leading to inconsistent processes and a growing shadow workforce.
Stage 3: Centralized & Contained
A more aligned and scalable program begins to take shape. Talent acquisition and strategic sourcing are beginning to drive governance, but inconsistent executive engagement and internal friction can limit progress toward broader strategic goals.
Stage 4: Distributed & Empowered
Cross-functional governance and executive sponsorship create a more integrated view of non-employee talent. Strong systems and a data-driven culture support more informed decisions across the program.
Stage 5: Fully Integrated & Enterprise-Wide
A unified, strategic approach connects contingent and full-time workforce planning. Real-time and predictive insights guide decisions, and workforce strategy becomes part of broader business planning.
See Where You Stand
So, where does your MSP program fall?
Take the MSP Maturity Quiz to find out in just a few minutes and get a clear sense of what to focus on next.
With more than 30 years of experience in Extended Workforce Management and Talent Solutions, Atrium helps leading organizations strengthen and evolve their MSP programs at every stage. If you want to explore what’s possible for your program, contact us today.
