Recapping the 2025 CWS Summit North America Contingent talent is increasingly becoming a powerful force behind innovation, growth, and overall business performance. Earlier this month, our team of experts joined other workforce leaders from across the country at the 2025 SIA CWS Summit North America to explore what’s next in technology, program strategy, operations, compliance,…
Competitive compensation is more important than ever in today’s talent-driven market, where job seekers hold more negotiating power. However, setting the right salary range is no easy task. Companies have to strike the right balance between competitive wages and keeping a close eye on labor costs, which often represent a significant portion of their expenses.…
Finding top talent today can feel impossible. You might review hundreds of applications, only to find candidates who don’t quite fit your needs. It’s frustrating and time-consuming, especially when you have a business to run. Now picture this: your ideal candidate isn’t on job boards, hasn’t updated their resume in years, and is working for…
Cost. Compliance. Efficiency. Visibility. Quality. These are all on the radar of any procurement leader managing a workforce of gig workers, temps, independent contractors, and full-time employees. Having a blended workforce brings strategic advantages but also introduces new challenges that many companies struggle to manage. The reality is that most companies are overspending on their…
EARLY TALENT SERIES: PART FOUR Early Talent needs more than just assignments – they need structure, feedback, and support to grow into future leaders. But even the best support benefits from precise data to measure success and navigate improvements. By combining hands-on guidance with regular check-ins, engaging programming, and consistent feedback, you can build an…
EARLY TALENT SERIES: PART THREE Hiring the right early talent serves a dual purpose – meeting immediate staffing needs while cultivating the next generation of company leaders. In part three of our Early Talent Series, we’re diving into the core phases of the Early Talent lifecycle: recruitment, selection, and onboarding. From choosing the right university…
EARLY TALENT SERIES: PART TWO Early Talent Programs offer clear benefits – from lowering hiring costs to improving retention and strengthening your employer brand. Many companies recognize their value, but turning the desire to create a program into a successful internship initiative takes intentional planning and a strategic approach. Building on the foundational ideas listed in…
Open Enrollment season arrives like clockwork every year, bringing with it a surge of activity that can overwhelm even the most prepared insurance leaders. For companies managing employee benefits, this annual period represents both an opportunity to serve employees and a significant operational challenge that requires strategic workforce planning. The Open Enrollment Staffing Challenge Every…
Early Talent Series: Part One What if one workforce strategy could reduce hiring costs, boost innovation, and future-proof your organization? That’s the potential of a successful Early Talent Program. The value of nurturing Early Talent has never been more evident. These programs are a powerful way to shape tomorrow’s leaders, fill critical skill gaps, and…
Early Talent recruitment is evolving rapidly, and the National Association of Colleges and Employers NACE25 conference in Philadelphia showcased just how dynamic this space has become. As industry leaders gathered to tackle the latest challenges and share innovative solutions in career services, Atrium’s team of Early Talent experts consistently heard four powerful themes that are…