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8 October 2020

# You Can't Manage What You Can't See: Contingent Workforce Visibility

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Visibility and transparency is impossible without the automation, consolidation and access to the data that guides your management of both the contingent workforce and staffing agencies.

That’s why most organizations are turning to a [vendor management system (VMS)](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/what-is-a-vendor-management-system-vms) solution to regain control of their non-employee workforce and automate the processes that are required to manage it successfully. 

## What is a VMS?

A VMS is a cloud-based software solution that enables your company to automate, consolidate and access your non-employee workforce data (including vendor information) in one centralized location. 

The use of a vendor management system allows your organization to manage the process of hiring contingent workers from a range of vendors through one single platform, automating the entire process and saving your company considerable time and cost. 

By centralizing all non-employee management processes in one location for your entire organization - including engaging staffing agencies, sourcing top talent, onboarding, time entry and invoicing - you will be able to streamline your entire contingent workforce process.

The result? Better non-employee workforce and vendor management processes that deliver greater visibility and transparency and eliminate rogue spend and poor hiring decisions across your business.

## Features of a VMS that give you complete visibility into your non-employee workforce

VMS solutions are used to link contingent workforce management and operational efficiencies. By doing so, a VMS solution will improve the visibility and transparency your organization has into its non-employee workforce and vendor performance.

A VMS does this by centralizing and consolidating all of the processes associated with your non-employee workforce and vendor management in one location. This includes features such as:

- The generation of job requests.
- Screen and temporary worker selection.
- Worker onboarding and offboarding.
- Review of timecards and expenses.
- Invoicing and payments
- Reporting, such as time-to-fill, turnover and cost saving metrics.
- Real-time data for benchmarking and optimizing processes.

## Additional Reading

[How a VMS Improves Contingent Workforce Visibility | Guide](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/contingent-workforce-visibility-vms)

## The Conexis VMS Difference

Conexis VMS is an [award-winning](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/conexis-vms-awards-and-recognition) vendor management system built for organizations that want the power of enterprise software without the complexity or cost.

Leveraging the latest technology, Conexis VMS delivers the expertise, reliability and security of enterprise systems, while offering the flexibility, user friendliness and tailored, personal service you require. Learn more about our [Company](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/company) and what makes [Conexis VMS different](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis).

## Discover the Power of Conexis VMS

Conexis VMS is trusted by staffing agencies, MSPs and leading organizations to modernize and manage their contingent workforce programs. Here's why organizations choose Conexis VMS:

- [Modern VMS Technology](https://www.conexisvmssoftware.com/best-vendor-management-system-conexis) - Built on the latest AWS microservices architecture and Open API
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