5 Signs It’s Time for Temporary Staffing

The use of temporary staffing has grown dramatically in recent years. With many employers still doing more with less – and an aversion to making an expensive hiring mistake – temporary workers give them the best of both worlds. Companies can gain access to the people they need, without adding to their overhead. But that doesn’t mean temporary staffing is right for every firm. How can you tell if you should consider temp staffing? Here are a few signs:

Sign #1: You’re gearing up for your busy period.

When you know you’re about to get really busy – and you don’t have enough people in place – it’s the perfect time to bring in temporary workers. Use them for as long as you need them, whether it’s a few days or a few months.

Sign #2: There’s an increase in demand for your products/services.

It’s exciting when your business is growing. But how do you know when the right time is to bring in new employees? It can be hard to tell. One way to do it is through hiring on a temporary basis – so you get the people you need to meet demand, all without committing to full-time hiring. Once you know whether the growth is ongoing, you can make a hiring decision then.

Sign #3: An employee is going on maternity leave.

When an employee goes on leave, you have two choices. You can either have another employee, or multiple employees, take over their tasks for the time being. Or you can bring in a temporary employee to handle the position until your core team member returns. You can ensure your employees don’t get burned out with too much on their plate through the second approach.

Sign #4: There’s uncertainty within your industry or company.

Are there changes in legislation on the horizon? Is there new technology just released that could significantly impact your business? Whatever the case, uncertainty is bad for business, especially when it comes to hiring. But you can keep your workforce flexible and effective with the use of temporary employees.

Sign #5: There’s a major project you’re about to start.

If you have a big project about to start – or are in the midst of one – and you need more hands on deck, temporary staffing is the way to go. You can hire qualified individuals who can help you meet your budget and timeline. Once the project is done, they can move onto their next assignment, or you can choose to hire them full-time. It’s up to you.

If you think temporary staffing might be right for you, call the team at Future Force. With over 20 years of experience as one of the leading temporary staffing agencies in Miami, Future Force can work with you to ensure you get the qualified and skilled seasonal help you need, where and when you need it. Contact Future Force today if you’re ready to learn more.