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What does Agile•1 do?Agile•1 provides managed staffing services to help our clients create a streamlined and efficient contingent staffing processes. We manage this process by leveraging our proprietary, integrated technology. With Agile•1, you have access to our robust technology and efficient processes that work together to create one simple solution for managing the contingent staffing process. Our requisition module allows hiring managers to notify participating vendors of available job orders. Once a vendor responds, the hiring manager will be able to use this module to organize, manage and track the status of filling that order. Further, hiring managers have access to Agile•1's on-site management services, where we use our Web-based recruiting capabilities to fill your open job orders. Our recruiting technology allows applicants to use the online application module to view open positions on the client's web site and submit personal and resume information that can be automatically downloaded into the skill-matching module, where Agile•1 managers can access a database of qualified applicants. Once a position has been staffed, the timekeeping module provides a streamlined process for timekeeping, billing and invoicing. In addition to simplifying the time card approval process, it also creates one centralized Web location to provide billing information that's accessible to staffing vendors, contract staff and hiring managers. ^ top ^ Who uses the Agile•1 solution?Agile•1's solution is currently being used by several fortune 500 companies. ^ top ^ What business pains does Agile•1 solve?Because most staffing decisions take place at the departmental level, it isn't uncommon for larger corporations to use numerous staffing vendors to service their workforce needs. Using numerous vendors, however, has traditionally resulted in a significant misuse of time, money and resources. Agile•1 provides a streamlined, simple and easy-to-use solution as an alternative to the antiquated, costly and time-consuming process of securing contract staff. ^ top ^ What are the benefits?Agile•1 saves time, cuts costs, and significantly reduces the margin of error within the contingent staffing management process. In addition to providing a cost-effective way to manage the process of securing and maintaining a contingent workforce, Agile•1 offers value-added benefits, such as online management reports, vendor management and consolidated invoicing and billing. Online management reports allow managers to control labor costs and manage budgets through a quick and easy generation of trending, usage and performance reports. ^ top ^ How does Agile•1's solution work?Agile•1 offers an integrated managed staffing process, along with our web-based solution, for companies to manage all phases of the temporary staffing cycle. With just a computer system, an Internet connection and a browser, users can initiate transactions, track the status of job orders and manage the billing and invoicing process. Our experienced staffing managers can help you streamline your entire staffing process by not just filling your staffing needs, but also managing your invoicing and billing processes. First, the hiring manager submits an online requisition using the requisition module . Based on the manager's preferences, the system can be customized so that the requisition can be sent directly to the managed service provider, who will proceed to notify specified staffing agencies of the job order, or the manager can bypass the managed service provider and contact the sub-vendors directly. Further, hiring managers have access to Agile•1's on-site management services, where we utilize our Web-based recruiting capabilities to fill open job orders. Our recruiting technology allows us to receive applications and resumes submitted online through their company Web site through the system's online application module. All resumes and candidate information can be stored in the skill-matching module in a standardized format, allowing Agile•1 on-site managers to conduct searches for qualified candidates. Users can use the requisition system to track the status of their orders and, once a placement is made, the timekeeping module provides a streamlined way to manage the time tracking, billing and invoicing processes. Users have a variety of options at any stage and Agile•1's solution is fully customizable to establish the best possible process for your company. ^ top ^ How easy is the Agile•1 solution to use?Agile•1's friendly user interface ensures an intuitive application that is easy to use. It's as simple as logging into the system, filling out the appropriate information and letting Agile•1 manage the process for you. Whether an applicant is filling out an electronic timecard, a hiring manager is filling out a job requisition, or a vendor is viewing and responding to a job requisition, Agile•1's solution prompts users when needed throughout the entire process, allowing communication between all parties to flow back and forth easily and quickly. Not sure of how to do something? Not a problem. Our system provides on-line tutorials throughout the application. ^ top ^ How long does it take to implement the Agile•1 solution?Setting up an on-site management team, along with technology implementation, is a quick and easy process and is generally completed within one month. Our talented implementation team can work with your managers to customize an implementation strategy that can fit with your unique needs. ^ top ^ Do suppliers benefit from Agile•1's solution? If so, how?Suppliers definitely benefit from Agile•1's solution. Agile•1 routes clients' contingent staffing needs to suppliers in real-time, with pre-qualified detailed requirements. Suppliers can reduce operational costs and eliminate time wasted on long question and answer sessions stemming from unqualified and/or non-detailed requisitions. With Agile•1, suppliers can easily search for applicants, create new applicant files, and quickly submit applicant information with relevant attachments. ^ top ^ Will Agile•1 be able to provide adequate training for my organization?We pride ourselves on our ability to customize Agile•1 training programs to fit the unique needs of our clients. There are a variety of programs available, including web-based training and on-site classroom training, to ensure administrators, users, and vendors are able to leverage Agile•1's solution and optimize their relationships. ^ top ^ What vendors will provide my staffing services?Agile•1 can provide a vendor-neutral solution that gives clients the flexibility and freedom to choose the vendors that will provide services to your company. ^ top ^ What does the product cost?Agile•1 offers multiple pricing packages that can be customized to fit within clients' budgets. ^ top ^ Can Agile•1's solution interface with my enterprise resource planning (ERP) and legacy systems?A unique advantage Agile•1 provides is that our data can be exported to any text format and then uploaded to any enterprise software, such as Oracle. Agile•1's dedicated implementation team is committed to working with clients to customize an integration strategy for their existing systems.
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