New York Seeks to Save Millions, Increase Tech Sector's DiversityGovernment Technology (online 9 February 2010) The State of New York recently selected TAPFIN to manage a network of subcontractors that would deliver IT support to all state agencies. Posted with permission of Government Technology.

HR's Role in Managing Contractors is Unclear Human Resources Management Ideas & Trends (3 June 2009) Even though over 90% of U.S. companies use contract talent, 43% do not involve HR in the related hiring and managing processes.  TAPFIN President Kip Wright talks about the value of contract workers and shares some best practices for HR executives.

Meet Amy Huddlestone: Strategic Talent Acquisition The Talent Economy Blog (29 May 2009) This is post #8 in a series on the presenters that HCI, along with a great group of partners, is bringing to talent leaders from across the globe to discuss how recruiting transforms business. 

Step by Step: How to Create and Communicate Your VisionSmart Business Houston (May 2009) TAPFIN President Kip Wright discusses the evolution of a company's vision, founded on employee involvement and shared values.  Based on personal experience, Wright points to ongoing communication as critical to supporting an effective vision.

Talent Management Remains Main Focus of Companies HRO Today (May 2009) A study conducted by TAPFIN and the Human Capital Institute, entitled "Integrated Resource Fulfillment," found that companies have made talent management a priority and are considering a more holistic approach to human capital planning.

Employee Development Through Economic DownturnTrainingmag.com (May 2009) Workforce planning and development is especially critical in tough times - companies need their high performers more than ever to survive them. With the current economic downturn and increased job insecurity, employees will look to leaders to show them the way. Learn 10 steps that smart companies can take to attract, retain, and develop employees now, so they may emerge from this recession stronger than ever.

Holistic Workforce ManagementInsideTraining (15 April 2009) Training and human resources professionals are exploring a new perspective on the contingent and permanent members of their workforce.  "Integrated Resource Fulfillment," a report produced by the Human Capital Institute and TAPFIN Process Solutions, suggests a holistic approach to managing these two types of workers.

Contract Workers: To Train or Not to Train?Chief Learning Officer e-newsletter (April 2009) According to a survey conducted by the Human Capital Institute and TAPFIN Process Solutions, contract workers comprise one third of the U.S. workforce. As a result, many employers must decide whether to train these workers and what challenges and opportunities might follow.

A Portfolio Worker is Quick on the DrawSeattle Post-Intelligencer (5 March 2009) According to a Human Capital Institute report, contract work is on the rise among skilled professionals. Particularly during tough economic times, this non-traditional work structure can be beneficial for both professionals and employers.

Where Are Contract Workers Filling Talent Gaps?HRfocus (March 2009) The hiring of skilled professionals as contract workers is a growing practice among today's companies.  A Human Capital Institute study explores the benefits as well as the challenges of utilizing contract talent.

Fresh Starts Column: Required – Empathy and Kleenex New York Times (9 November 2008) It may be hard to see a silver lining in the current economic crisis, but if you happen to be a loan workout specialist, things are looking up. Not only must these professionals understand how loans are structured, they are also part detective, part diplomat and, often, part therapist.

Employers Wise to Find Value in Silent Generation Workers Employment Crossing (3 November 2008) While employers should not necessarily go out of their way to meet the particular demands or preferences of one particular generation of workers, they should recognize the assets each group brings with them and manage their employees so that these advantages are maximized.

In a Post Chimes World, VMS/MSP Usage Continues to Grow Staffing Industry Analysts (22 July 2008) Staffing Industry Analysts Ranks VMS/MSP Companies; TAPFIN Ranks in Top Ten in Total Combined Spend Under Management

The Culture Factor HR Executive (16 Mar 2008) TWC client CertainTeed discusses how RPO vendors are finding that success through in-depth understanding of their client's culture.

On the Hunt for Talent Talent Management (Mar 2008) TWC consultant Martin McDonald discusses how to compete for the best college talent.

Recruiting Mature Workers at Job Fairs AARP Employer Resource Center (Feb 2008) Many recruiters believe that job fairs are good vehicles for finding large numbers of candidates for entry-level jobs. But what if those jobs require more than 20 years’ experience? Are job fairs still effective in recruiting mature workers?

"I Have Some Questions About the Job—And So Do My Parents!" Best Practices in HR (Feb 13, 2008) As each new generation enters the workforce, Human Resources pros must adapt recruiting strategies to ensure attracting the best and the brightest applicants. One of the latest trends HR must be prepared for is parental involvement during the college recruiting process.

Software developer Vertex plans to double its consulting staff Philadelphia Business Journal (19 Oct 2007) Big corporations can be slow to adopt new technology, but once enough do, the rest take the plunge. That's why Vertex Inc. recently announced plans to use TWC to double its consulting staff from 25 to 50 and add five sales people by the end of the year.

Keeping In Touch Asbury Park Press (8 Oct 2007) TWC's Mike Sweeny discusses how social networking sites can also help workers network with their colleagues, improve their careers and work and find other jobs.

HR Star: Rob Rosend HR Crossing.com (4 Sept 2007) HR Star: Business and psychology go hand in hand, or so Rob Rosend, president of our HRO Division, discovered. Download PDF

Venture into Psyches Philadelphia Inquirer (12 August 2007) Terry Williams, CEO of TWC, talks about how leadership is key to start-ups, and how the Foster Group's psychological testing can raise success.

The Art of Influence Human Resources Executive (May 2007) Robert Rosend, president of our HRO Division, talks about how today's HR executives can use the art of influence to impact how line managers approach the business.

Fast Lane: Positive Environment Smart Business (Mar 2007) Smart Business speaks with Terry Williams about growing smart and how to create an environment where workers can excel.

Coping with the Post-Merger Blues  BusinessWeek Business Week's panel of career experts offer advice on what execs should do when their dot-com is snapped up by a big bureaucratic corporation.

Despite Downsizing, Employment Levels Hold Steady HR News, Goleta Publishing Despite a spate of high-profile layoffs and a sagging economy, the nation's jobless rate remains at historically low levels. That means employers who have been grappling with a tight labor market for several years can expect little in the way of relief.

The Psychology Of a Start-Up VAR Business Does your exec have what it takes to run a start up? TWC has created a new assessment tool to evaluate a start-up management team's odds for success.

How to Evaluate Technology Training Programs Monster.com The array of options for technology training can be daunting, especially for people looking to break into the world of IT jobs. Monster.com consults industry experts to decode what's hype and what's for real.

Women In IT Strive For Equal Job Compensation Information Week Despite unprecedented demand for technology workers and a rise in the number of women entering the IT field, many male IT professionals still receive higher salaries, bonuses, and raises than their female counterparts. TWC discusses reasons this discrepancy may still exist.

Weighing Two Good Job Offers? BusinessWeek BusinessWeek's panel of career experts advise on what questions you need to ask yourself when debating between two good job offers.