
Episode 11: Getting control of independent contractor spend
Independent contractor spend is often hidden across functions and inconsistent processes. Ernesto outlines how to audit IC usage, clarify sourcing and classification, standardize payments and identity checks, and give every program a compliant way to engage flexible talent.

Episode 11: Getting control of independent contractor spend
Independent contractor spend is often hidden across functions and inconsistent processes. Ernesto outlines how to audit IC usage, clarify sourcing and classification, standardize payments and identity checks, and give every program a compliant way to engage flexible talent.

Episode 11: Getting control of independent contractor spend
Independent contractor spend is often hidden across functions and inconsistent processes. Ernesto outlines how to audit IC usage, clarify sourcing and classification, standardize payments and identity checks, and give every program a compliant way to engage flexible talent.
Key insights
Start with a function-by-function audit of SOW, IC, AOR, and pre-identified talent usage
Do not assume every ‘pre-identified’ worker was truly known before the hiring process
Map where each function sources independent contractors and how many it engages
Standardize policies for classification, payments, identity verification, and compliance
Use specialist expertise where internal data or processes are incomplete
A contingent workforce program should maximize access to flexible, fractional talent
Every program needs a systematic, compliant path for IC and AOR engagement
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Key insights
Start with a function-by-function audit of SOW, IC, AOR, and pre-identified talent usage
Do not assume every ‘pre-identified’ worker was truly known before the hiring process
Map where each function sources independent contractors and how many it engages
Standardize policies for classification, payments, identity verification, and compliance
Use specialist expertise where internal data or processes are incomplete
A contingent workforce program should maximize access to flexible, fractional talent
Every program needs a systematic, compliant path for IC and AOR engagement
Featured recourses
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