The Contingent Compass Podcast
🎙️ The Contingent Compass Podcast 🎙️
The world of work is changing—fast. Traditional employment models are evolving, and contingent talent is at the heart of this transformation. Whether you're an HR leader, Procurement executive, or business strategist, The Contingent Compass Podcast is your go-to resource for navigating the complexities of non-employee labor with confidence and clarity.
Hosted by Kieran Scally-Carde, a 25-year industry veteran, this podcast breaks down the strategies, risks, and opportunities in managing contingent labor—without the jargon, fluff, or sales pitches.
Each episode delivers a range of practical insights, real-world case studies, and expert interviews to help you:
âś… Optimize costs without sacrificing quality
âś… Mitigate compliance risks and navigate global regulations
âś… Leverage diverse talent and suppliers to boost DE&I
âś… Choose the right tech and vendors for seamless workforce management
âś… Stay ahead of trends shaping the future of work
If you're responsible for contingent workforce decisions and want straight-talking, actionable advice that actually moves the needle, this podcast is for you.
🎧 Subscribe now and transform your contingent workforce strategy—one episode at a time.
The Contingent Compass Podcast
How To Unlock Hidden Savings From Contingent Workforce Vendors
Hosted by Kieran Scally-Carde
🎧 Unlocking Hidden Savings in Your Vendor Agreements 💰
Are hidden costs quietly draining your workforce budget? Many companies are unknowingly losing thousands — sometimes hundreds of thousands — through outdated contracts, excessive SLAs, and sneaky fees.
In this episode of The Contingent Compass Podcast, I reveal 16 powerful strategies to uncover those hidden savings — without compromising service quality or damaging supplier relationships.
🔍 Key Takeaways:
âś… How to audit your vendor agreements for overlooked costs
âś… Smarter negotiation tactics that maintain partnerships
âś… Why supplier innovation may be your biggest untapped savings strategy
âś… How to build performance incentives that reduce costs AND improve results
✅ Plus — how to embrace real-time pricing models and ESG-focused partnerships to drive even greater value
💡 If you’re responsible for contingent labor, procurement, or vendor management — you can’t afford to miss this one.
Have you ever uncovered unexpected savings in a vendor agreement? I'd love to hear your story — drop a comment below! 👇
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