I did a double take. So did the conference-goers around me. A group of high school girls was making its way through the exhibit hall of SIA’s CWS Summit North America conference, held in Dallas in September.
Amid the suits and professional dresses, their school uniforms stood out. But the students’ demeanors were as professional and […]
SIA’s new executive editor reflects on the evolution of the ecosystem, from the embrace of technology like artificial intelligence to the improving picture for women in leadership.
Their contributions are as varied as the companies they represent, from multibillion-dollar powerhouses to niche firms. “They” are the 2023 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing honorees.
To understand the expertise and influence wielded by women on this year’s list, look no further than the accolades in their nominations: “Led the integration […]
A majority of workers globally, 70%, are already using generative AI at work, but only 7% expect it to make their jobs obsolete, according to the Global Workforce of the Future Report 2023 by The Adecco Group.
But even as generative AI becomes more prevalent, access to training is unequal, it noted.
Just 46% of workers are […]
New technologies are providing alternative ways to overcome structural issues of résumés in the recruiting process. Workforce solutions, already gaining mindshare from investors prior to the pandemic, may have accelerated the trend.
Tthe staffing industry has been focused on new challenges this year. The ground has certainly shifted from the post-pandemic surge to the broad-based pullback of 2023. Three broad themes resonated through discussions at SIA’s CWS Summit in September.
VMS technology has made significant advancements and has evolved as the hub for the extended workforce through increased integration capabilities and the adoption of ecosystem partners to expand functionality.
To achieve balance requires DE&I strategies to support both current and future generations of women in leadership.
