As businesses scale, the complexity of managing a growing workforce efficiently can become problematic. For a packaging company with 30+ locations across the southeastern U.S. and thousands of contractors, these growing pains became increasingly evident. Operating without centralized workforce management, the company struggled to track contractors, ensure compliance, and prevent inefficiencies. Bridge VMS stepped in, offering a comprehensive solution through its platform and partner network, addressing both operational inefficiencies and fraud risks.
The packaging company faced a critical moment. Rapid growth led to a sprawling contractor network, but without centralized oversight, they lacked visibility into who was working, how many hours were logged, and whether proper compliance procedures were being followed.
The company's decentralized management process resulted in disjointed operations, with each facility handling contractors independently, leading to inconsistent practices in payroll, compliance tracking for roles like forklift operators, and reporting.
Worse, there were growing concerns about the potential of fraud, where hours worked were not easily validated, and verifying licensees was murky. With so many contractors and no centralized system, fraudulent activities such as misreported hours and unlicensed operators posed significant risks.
After a thorough assessment, Bridge VMS recognized that it would be best for this particular client to have a Managed Service Provider (MSP) manage their VMS and staffing. This approach would allow the company to benefit from centralized oversight while delegating the day-to-day management to experts.
To further ensure success, Bridge VMS facilitated introductions to several MSP partners, giving the company multiple, vetted options to find the best fit for their needs. This collaboration allowed the company to tap into the expertise of MSPs who could help organize and manage their large, complex workforce.
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Bridge also provides a centralized platform for managing all aspects of recruitment programs, eliminating the need for multiple spreadsheets and programs and reducing the risk of errors. |
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Recognizing the enormous task of managing thousands of contractors across 30+ locations, Bridge VMS introduced the company to some of their partner MSPs who could help organize and manage their workforce. This allowed the company to focus on higher-level goals. |
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Although still in its early stages, the partnership between the packaging company, Bridge VMS, and its MSP is already yielding promising results:
Bridge VMS not only provided the packaging company with the technology to scale efficiently but also introduced them to partners who could help implement and manage the solution effectively. By addressing fraud risks through centralized oversight and ensuring exceptional customer support through proactive SLAs, Bridge VMS empowered the company to operate more efficiently and confidently as they continued to grow.
Explore how Bridge VMS, along with its network of partners, can centralize and streamline your staffing operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency as your business scales.