Engaging with independent contractors (ICs) is a very productive and cost effective way to work smart in your business. As more companies implement contingent worker programs as part of their overall business strategy, it's important to make sure that you as a company are protected from issues beyond the proper individual IC classification of your contractor talent. Many articles have been written about IC compliance, and the aim of these less obvious recommendations will help ensure your contractor talent program is successful and fully compliant. 1. Make sure your company understands the importance around proper IC classification and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). As a company, it's essential to have a clear IC compliance process in place to provide protection from possible issues regarding health coverage and other benefits responsibilities.
Mark Young, Senior Vice President, Human Capital Practice, Synergy Services
Engaging with ICs? Three Things to Consider
Engaging with independent contractors (ICs) is a very productive and cost effective way to work smart in your business. As more companies implement contingent worker programs as part of their overall business strategy, it's important to make sure that you as a company are protected from issues beyond the proper individual IC classification of your contractor talent. Many articles have been written about IC compliance, and the aim of these less obvious recommendations will help ensure your contractor talent program is successful and fully compliant. 1. Make sure your company understands the importance around proper IC classification and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). As a company, it's essential to have a clear IC compliance process in place to provide protection from possible issues regarding health coverage and other benefits responsibilities.