The combination of Fieldglass’ market-leading VMS solution with SAP promises to transform workforce management by enabling a flexible and comprehensive approach to managing the entire workforce and life cycle, going beyond the traditional focus on the employee record that characterizes many systems today. Contingent workforces are expected to grow by nearly 30 percent over the next three years, according to research by Ardent Partners. Companies are rapidly moving to more variable operating models that enable them to quickly dial up and down infrastructure, talent and expertise to accommodate changes in market dynamics, business needs and special projects.

Combined with the collaborative, network-based procurement capabilities of Ariba and the human resources expertise of SuccessFactors, the acquisition uniquely positions SAP to deliver a platform for businesses to manage their entire workforce - both temporary and permanent staff - from initial recruiting and on-boarding to ongoing development, performance management, retention and retirement.Ĭontingent labor and statement-of-work services is a US$3.3 trillion, high-growth market according to industry analyst estimates. The addition of Fieldglass’ cloud-based Vendor Management System (VMS) solution meets the growing demand among employers to manage flexible workforces that can be quickly engaged and on-boarded to support rapidly changing business and customer needs. WALLDORF - SAP AG today announced plans to acquire Fieldglass, the leading technology provider for procuring and managing contingent labor and services.

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