--- title: Conexis VMS | Blog | John Clark (2) description: John is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of Conexis VMS with 20 years of experience in the workforce solutions industry. 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[VMS for Staffing Agencies](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-staffing-agencies-guide) - [Managing Staffing Agencies with a VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/managing-staffing-agencies-with-a-vms-guide) - [FEATURES](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis) - SOLUTIONS - - **My Role** - [Procurement](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-procurement) - [HR & Talent Acquisition](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-talent-acquisition) - [Contingent Workforce](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-contingent-workforce-leaders) - - **My Business** - [Mid-Size Companies](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vendor-management-system-vms-for-mid-market-contingent-workforce) - [MSPs](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-msp-managed-service-provider) - [Staffing Agencies](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-staffing-agencies) - - **My Industry** - [Manufacturing](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-manufacturing) - [Warehousing, Distribution and Logistics](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-for-warehouse-logistics) - 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[eBook: 10 Ways to Grow Your Staffing Agency Revenue Guide](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/free-staffing-agency-grow-revenue-guide) - [eBook: Staffing Agency VMS Buyer's Guide](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/staffing-agency-vms-buyers-guide) - [FAQs](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/conexis-vms-faqs) - COMPANY - - [About Us](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/company) - [Awards & Recognition](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/conexis-vms-awards-and-recognition) - [News & Events](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/en-us/news-events) - [Client Testimonials](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/testimonials) - [Conexis VMS Case Studies](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-vendor-management-system-case-studies) - [Our Commitment to Customer Care](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/vms-nps-customer-satisfaction-adoption) - [How We Are Leading AI Innovation in VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/ai-in-vendor-management-vms-conexis-vms) - [About Conexis VMS (Video)](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/watch-why-choose-conexis-vms-2-minute-overview) - [Take an Online 2 Min Tour](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/self-guided-tour-of-conexis-vms-vendor-management-system-demo) - CONTACT - - [Contact Us](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/contact) - [Book a Consultation](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/book-a-consultation) - [Book a Demo](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/book-a-demo) - [Partner with Us](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/partner-with-conexis-vms) - [BOOK A DEMO](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/book-a-demo) - [TAKE A TOUR](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/self-guided-tour-of-conexis-vms-vendor-management-system-demo) 3 February 2026 # The 6 Trends Redefining Contingent Workforce Programs in 2026 [Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/contingent-workforce-vms-msp-trends-2026) ### Filter by topic All Contingent Workforce Management What is a VMS | Benefits Trends | Insights Talent Acquisition How to Choose the Best VMS VMS for Staffing Agencies Manufacturing | Warehouse Cost | ROI Why Choose Conexis VMS MSP Getting Started with Your 1st VMS Mid-Market Contingent Workforce Compliance | Risk Integration | Open API White Label VMS Procurement User Adoption | NPS VMS Implementation Consulting Firms | IT Direct Sourcing Healthcare Featured Blogs Modern vs Legacy VMS VMS Data | Analytics Switching Your VMS Education Staffing Government Increased Visibility | Control Operational Efficiency Workforce Hiring ## [Conexis VMS Wins 2025 Brandon Hall HCM Excellence Award](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/conexis-vms-wins-silver-brandon-hall-hcm-awards-2025) We’re proud to share that Conexis VMS has been awarded Silver at the 2025 Brandon Hall Group™ HCM Excellence Awards, recognizedfor Best Advance in HR and Workforce Management ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/conexis-vms-wins-silver-brandon-hall-hcm-awards-2025) 7 January 2026 ## [New to Contingent Workforce Management? What's The Role of a VMS?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/vms-in-a-contingent-workforce-management) The Contingent Workforce is an ever-growing resource for organizations that want to fulfill their staffing requirements, yet many organizations are still struggling to implement ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/vms-in-a-contingent-workforce-management) 31 December 2025 ## [Why Managed Service Providers Need a VMS Partner, Not Just a Vendor](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/vms-partner-for-mid-market-msps) Software is important, but partnership is essential. Here’s why MSPs need a VMS partner who offers flexibility, support, and innovation. [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/vms-partner-for-mid-market-msps) 28 July 2025 ## [MSPs: Why you need a more Customizable VMS to be Competitive](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/customizable-vms-for-msps) One-size-fits-all doesn’t work for MSPs. Find out why customization in your VMS is now a competitive necessity. [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/customizable-vms-for-msps) 22 July 2025 ## [Conexis named Star Performer & Major Contender by Everest Group 2025](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/conexis-best-vendor-management-system-everest-2025-report) We’re thrilled to announce that Conexis VMS has been recognized as both a Star Performer and Major Contender in the 2025 Everest Group VMS PEAK Matrix® Assessment for North America. ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/conexis-best-vendor-management-system-everest-2025-report) 18 July 2025 ## [Why Growing MSPs Need a Modern Mid-Market VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/why-mid-market-msps-need-a-mid-market-vendor-management-system-vms) Many Enterprise Vendor Management System (VMS) platforms aren’t built for mid-market MSPs. Find out why a tailored VMS designed for mid-market programs is the key to scalability, ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/msp/why-mid-market-msps-need-a-mid-market-vendor-management-system-vms) 30 June 2025 ## [Why a VMS Is Essential for Total Talent Management Today](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/total-talent-management-vms) In today’s competitive hiring environment, talent acquisition teams are being asked to do more with less. They’re expected to move faster, deliver quality candidates, reduce costs, and ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/total-talent-management-vms) 4 June 2025 ## [How Does a VMS improve Compliance and Audit Readiness?](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/vendor-management-system-compliance) Compliance isn’t optional in a contingent workforce program. Keeping contingent workforce records ready for review takes coordination across workers, suppliers, hiring managers and ... [![read-more-icon](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/vendor-management-system-compliance) 1 June 2025 - - [1](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/author/john-clark/page/1) - [2](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/author/john-clark/page/2) - [3](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/author/john-clark/page/3) - [4](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/author/john-clark/page/4) - ### Popular posts ![How Do They Do It? How Conexis Open APIs Deliver Fast VMS Integrations](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/how%20do%20they%20do%20it-Conexis-VMS-Open%20api_%201200x627-44.jpg) ## [How Do They Do It? How Conexis Open APIs Deliver Fast VMS Integrations](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-do-they-do-it-how-conexis-vms-open-apis-make-vms-integration-fast) [![read more](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-do-they-do-it-how-conexis-vms-open-apis-make-vms-integration-fast) 17 September 2026 ![How Do They Do It? How Conexis VMS Delivers a White-Label VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/1.%20MASTER%20MASTER%20Blog%20and%20Website%20Page%20IMAGES%202026/HOW%20DO%20THEY%20DO%20IT%20OPTIMIZED%201200/conexis-vms-white-label-vms-1200-627-60.jpg) ## [How Do They Do It? How Conexis VMS Delivers a White-Label VMS](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-do-they-do-it-how-conexis-delivers-fully-branded-white-label-vms) [![read more](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/6M%20Files/read-more.svg)Read More](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/blog/how-do-they-do-it-how-conexis-delivers-fully-branded-white-label-vms) 24 June 2026 ![How Do They Do It? How Conexis VMS Can Launch in Under 30 Days](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/hubfs/1.%20MASTER%20MASTER%20Blog%20and%20Website%20Page%20IMAGES%202026/HOW%20DO%20THEY%20DO%20IT%20OPTIMIZED%201200/conexis-vms-implementation-1200-627-59.jpg) ## [How Do They Do It? 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