What is the Request Specific Agencies Feature?
The Request Specific Agencies feature on Network empowers organizations to prioritize preferred agencies for specific jobs or business units. Whether managing a tiered agency partnership or fulfilling unique job requirements, this tool gives you greater control over staffing decisions, ensuring you always work with the best talent for every role.
This feature replaces the previous "My Team" prioritization option, offering enhanced functionality to address evolving workforce needs.
How Does Request Specific Agencies Work?
Here’s a breakdown of how the feature functions for both administrators and managers:
For Administrators:
Enable the Feature: Ensure the "Request Specific Agencies" feature is turned on in the platform settings.
Set Required Agencies: Navigate to the agency settings dashboard, select the relevant business unit, and define required agencies for specific roles or units.
For Managers:
Select Agencies During Booking: When creating a booking in the Ondemand platform (web or mobile), proceed to the checkout screen to view and prioritize agencies.
Finalize Preferences: Choose your preferred agencies from the list, with required agencies appearing at the top. You can also deselect agencies individually or in bulk.
Confirm Booking: Review your selections in the staffing section before submitting the request.
Key Benefits of Request Specific Agencies
Vendor Prioritization Made Simple
Select and prioritize your preferred agencies for every job or unit, ensuring consistency and quality across roles.Improved Compliance
Stay aligned with specific agency agreements by streamlining the vendor selection process.Enhanced Talent Matching
Work with trusted agencies that understand your needs, resulting in better-suited candidates for every job.Greater Administrative Control
Enable admins to manage and enforce agency preferences at the business unit level, ensuring smoother operations.Simplified Workflow
Save time during the booking process by having preferred agencies automatically prioritized for relevant roles.
Who Benefits from This Feature?
The Request Specific Agencies feature is designed for organizations looking to improve vendor relationships, streamline staffing processes, and maintain compliance. It’s particularly useful for:
VMS Clients: Ensures adherence to specific agency agreements while leveraging top-tier vendors.
Organizations with Tiered Partnerships: Prioritize premium agencies for critical roles.
Hiring Managers: Simplify the booking process while ensuring the best candidates are sourced.
Procurement Teams: Maintain oversight of vendor relationships and compliance with contractual agreements.
Administrators: Streamline operations by enforcing agency preferences across multiple units.
Why Use Request Specific Agencies?
Vendor management can be complex, especially when working with multiple agencies. The Request Specific Agencies feature simplifies the process, ensuring your top vendors are always front and center. This means better talent, improved compliance, and a more streamlined workflow.
Whether managing a high-volume operation or fulfilling specialized staffing needs, this tool ensures your team has the flexibility and control needed to succeed.