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Contingent Workforce Planning & Execution: Bridge VMS for Seamless Coordination

Written by Mary Ellen DeMarino | Feb 12, 2025

Managing a contingent workforce comes with its share of challenges—timesheet errors, shift mismatches, and underutilized internal talent pools can create bottlenecks that impact efficiency and profitability. But what if your workforce management system could handle all these complexities with ease? Enter Bridge VMS, the ultimate solution for optimized workforce planning and execution.

Timesheets Done Right—No More Guesswork

Tracking time should be seamless—not a constant source of frustration. With Bridge VMS, timesheets are built to streamline payroll processing and eliminate delays. No more chasing down approvals or struggling with inaccurate work hours.

Multi-layered approvals ensure compliance and accuracy.
Candidate and supplier submissions make the process more flexible.
Customizable fields adapt to different job types and roles.

By automating time tracking, Bridge VMS helps you keep payroll on time and error-free while giving you full visibility into work hours, accruals, and adjustments.

Smart Shift & Assignment Management—Right People, Right Jobs

When your workforce needs flexibility, you need a system that ensures the right person is assigned to the right shift—every time. Whether you're filling shifts for nurses, software engineers, or warehouse workers, Bridge VMS simplifies scheduling and removes inefficiencies.

Supports a variety of job types—from per diem shifts to long-term projects.
Automated scheduling ensures coverage while reducing last-minute scrambles.
Intuitive interface makes managing assignments easier than ever.

With Bridge VMS, you get complete control over shift coverage, making sure every position is filled without overburdening your team with manual scheduling.

Unlock Internal Talent Potential with an Internal Worker Pool

Hiring externally isn’t always the best solution. Sometimes, the right talent is already within your organization. Bridge VMS’s internal worker pool functionality ensures you’re tapping into existing resources before looking elsewhere.

Enhance internal mobility by presenting career opportunities to existing staff.
Improve workforce retention by reducing turnover and keeping employees engaged.
Encourage diversity & inclusion with a structured internal hiring process.

By leveraging internal talent pools, Bridge VMS helps companies reduce hiring costs and retain top talent, creating a win-win for both employers and employees.

See Bridge VMS in Action

Workforce management doesn’t have to be complicated. With Bridge VMS, you gain a powerful, user-friendly system designed to streamline timesheets, optimize shift assignments, and maximize internal workforce potential—all from a single platform.

Ready to experience the difference? Request a demo today and see how Bridge VMS transforms your workforce management from reactive to strategic.