Staffing Industry Insights
Jeff Aplin Recognized as Influential Leader on SIA’s 2025 Staffing 100 North America List
Celebrating Leadership Excellence in the Staffing Industry January 14, 2025 – Aplin proudly announces that CEO Jeff Aplin has been named to the prestigious 2025 Staffing 100 North America list by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). This annual list recognizes the most influential leaders in the staffing industry who have significantly shaped the workforce solutions landscape.…
Read MoreCelebrating CompuStaff’s New Website Launch
At Aplin, we’re proud to celebrate a significant milestone for one of our subsidiary brands, CompuStaff, with the launch of their redesigned website: CompuStaff.com! 🎉 This exciting update reflects CompuStaff’s commitment to precision IT recruitment while reinforcing its position as a leader in delivering top-tier staffing solutions across North and South America. The new site…
Read MoreBuilding a Fair Workforce: The Role of Recruiters as Allies in Small Markets
For job seekers and employers alike, a recruiter should be more than just a service provider—they should be a trusted partner and advocate in the search for the right fit. In smaller markets especially, a recruiter’s reputation is everything. Unlike “resume flippers” who pass candidates along, a dedicated recruiter takes the time to understand each…
Read MoreAplin Expands its Market Reach with the Acquisition of Impact Recruitment as an Aplin Brand
We’re thrilled to announce a significant milestone for Aplin as we welcome Impact Recruitment as an Aplin brand. This acquisition, effective November 7, 2024, marks an important step in Aplin’s growth strategy, enhancing our recruitment capabilities and deepening our presence in British Columbia—a key market for recruitment services in Canada. “We’re excited to welcome Impact…
Read MoreWhy Less Is More: Pitfalls of Working with Multiple Recruitment Agencies
Hiring the right candidate can feel like hunting for a needle in a haystack. So, it’s understandable why many employers might turn to multiple recruitment agencies hoping to maximize their chances. After all, the logic seems sound: more agencies mean more access to top talent, right? But here’s the catch—while enlisting the help of several…
Read MoreThe Importance of Feedback: Enhancing the Recruitment Experience
In today’s fast-paced recruitment world, staying ahead isn’t just about finding the right matches—it’s about truly listening to those we serve, whether it’s a client or candidate. We like to think feedback isn’t just a number or a checkbox; it’s a window into what we’re doing well and/or where we can grow to open even…
Read MoreAplin and CompuStaff Named Top Rated IT & Engineering Staffing Firms in 2024
July 25, 2024 – Aplin and CompuStaff are thrilled to announce their recognition as Top Rated IT & Engineering Staffing Firms by Great Recruiters for the first half of 2024. This award underscores both teams’ exceptional efforts to capture and act on feedback, deliver outstanding candidate experiences, and enhance their online reputations. Aplin and CompuStaff’s…
Read MoreThe Next Era of Staffing: Embracing Technology, Equity, and Resilience
As the staffing industry confronts a rapidly evolving landscape, understanding the pivotal trends shaping our future is more crucial than ever. Let’s explore the strategic insights from Mercer’s 2024 Global Talent Trends, focusing on how technology, trust, digital transformation, and resilience will redefine the staffing sector. These elements are not just trends but essential strategies…
Read MoreExploring the Impacts of Canada’s New Work Hours for International Students
As Canada announces an increase in the permissible work hours for international students from 20 to 24 hours per week during the academic year, this policy shift opens new avenues for students, hiring managers and recruiters. This change, expected to take effect in the fall of this year, provides an exciting opportunity to reevaluate recruitment…
Read MoreNavigating the Talent Shortage: Strategies for Hiring Managers in Saskatchewan
Over the past few months, Saskatchewan has surged ahead as a frontrunner in job vacancy rates in Canada, a clear indicator of a thriving economy. However, this prosperity comes with a significant hurdle for hiring managers. A recent TD Economics report reveals that the sectors bearing the brunt of this challenge are construction, healthcare, accommodation,…
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