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The HROA is the definitive independent organization for all those who purchase, provide, or participate in HR transformation and outsourcing. Our membership encompasses over 7,500 HR executives, including the largest 50 buyers, the top 30 providers, the leading sourcing advisors and attorneys, and the best thought leaders in HR Transformation. The HROA brings its diverse membership together to set standards and practices, provide peer networking, and maintain a robust curriculum.

Featured Events
19 Nov 2008 - 20 Nov 2008
Brussels, Belgium
HRO World Europe is the biggest HR Transformation conference in Europe...
10 Dec 2008 - 11 Dec 2008
Washington, DC
The 2008 RPO Summit is a unique event held exclusively for true RPO practitioners – the people and firms actively...

ExcellerateHRO Relocates Employees Around The World
With approximately 45,000 employees in 36 countries around the world, STMicroelectronics (ST) frequently moves employees among locations in Europe, Asia and North America. Since 1996, the...
14 Oct 2008 | (Case Study)
Benefits Administration Outsourcing
A “perfect storm” of factors has led to a steady increase in healthcare costs over the past 30 years, causing employers to explore new ways to manage their health benefits. Among the...
14 Oct 2008 | (Case Study)

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ECONOMIC CHALLENGES DRIVE INCREASED DEMAND FOR SPECIALISED TALENT CONSULTING IN ASIA PACIFIC REGION
Futurestep expands talent acquisition consulting services to help clients maximise competitive advantages...
17 Nov 2008 | (News)
FUTURESTEP RELEASES INAUGURAL EDITION OF QUARTERLY STRATEGIC TALENT ACQUISITION REPORT
Thought leadership publication highlights recruiting challenges and best practices through insights from enterprise leaders and industry experts...
11 Nov 2008 | (News)

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Wipro BPO to Set Up Business Shared Services Centre in Curitiba, Brazil for AmBev - the Largest Brewery Company in Latin America
Centre to Handle Finance & Accounting, Human Resources, Customer Services and Order Management Processes...
31 Oct 2008 | (News)
EquaTerra Announces Shared Services Value Assessment
The new EquaTerra Shared Services Value Assessment helps shared services leaders identify strengths and weaknesses in their service delivery model, and provides an actionable roadmap for...
31 Mar 2008 | (News)

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Software as a Service
Before the development of Software as a Service (SaaS), most HR solutions were provided through on-premise software, in which each company would have an instance of the software. ...
28 Aug 2008 | (Thinking Point)
ADP Research Reveals Heavy Demands on HR Recruiting Staffs
Recruiters at Mid- and Large-Size Organizations Spending 30 Percent of Their Time Searching for Qualified Candidates; Identify Best Technology Tools to Improve Staff Efficiency ...
06 Aug 2008 | (Survey)

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Restructuring outsourcing agreements: An indication of failure, or a tool to increase value?
This research report from TPI uncovered a number of interesting revelations about the nature of outsourcing and the reasons why companies often pursue renegotiation or restructuring as...
12 Apr 2007 | (Thinking Point)
ACS to pay Delta over $7.5 million to settle outsourcing contract dispute
Outsourcing firm ACS has agreed to pay Delta Air Lines more than $7.5 million dollars in cash to settle disputes arising from ACS's performance on an outsourcing contract to provide the...
13 Jan 2007 | (News)

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HP to Acquire EDS
HP said it has signed a definitive agreement to purchase EDS for $13.9 billion ($25 a share) and has won the approval of boards....
14 May 2008 | (News)
Hewitt Acquires Employee Absence Management Company LCG
Hewitt Associates announced it is expanding its suite of HR outsourcing solutions through the acquisition of LCG and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Disability Management Alternatives, LLC....
30 Apr 2008 | (News)

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The Value of Using External Advisors in Outsourcing Transactions
How can a sourcing advisor specifi cally help you along your outsourcing journey?...
17 Mar 2008 | (Thinking Point)
EquaTerra: Selecting a Supplier
If your organization has concluded that outsourcing of a valid service supply option, the next question is clearly, “How do I find a suitable supplier?” This paper provides a thorough...
14 Dec 2007 | (Thinking Point)

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Measure Twice, Cut Once: Constructing the Business Case for Outsourced Learning
The need for corporate training and development has never been more vital as it is today. Globalization, mergers, acquisitions and mandates to generate new revenue streams have created...
05 Nov 2007 | (Thinking Point)
Getting Even More Out of Learning Outsourcing
Outsourcing the learning function requires a comprehensive, thorough approach. Today customers typically seek benefits such as consistent, standard processes to support the global...
10 Oct 2007 | (Thinking Point)

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MARK LEE JOINS FUTURESTEP AS U.K. RECRUITMENT PROCESS OUTSOURCING (RPO) LEADER
U.K. Leadership Reflects Continued Demand for Futurestep RPO Services by Companies Around the World...
16 Oct 2008 | (News)
OUTSOURCING AUTHORITY NAMES FUTURESTEP IN TOP TEN RPO PROVIDER LIST
OUTSOURCING AUTHORITY NAMES FUTURESTEP IN TOP TEN RPO PROVIDER LIST, RESEARCH TO BE RELEASED OCTOBER 15...
10 Oct 2008 | (News)

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