Are you looking at investing in a new Vendor Management System (VMS) but not sure where to start? That's where our Ultimate VMS Buyers Guide will help.
This free Guide provides the information you need to understand what's important when choosing a VMS to align with your company's unique needs; including what to look for in a VMS, a detailed Buyer's Checklist of questions to ask potential vendors, and an assessment matrix to help you decide.
The use of the non-employee workforce is increasing dramatically and is only set to rise further in the years to come. Many organizations are looking for ways to implement processes that will allow them to manage their external workforce more efficiently - including either getting a new Vendor Management System (VMS) or changing the one they have.
Why you need a Vendor Management System (VMS)?
- Are you looking for a way to have complete visibility into your non-employee workforce, consolidate your vendors and significantly reduce your overall external workforce spend?
- Are you still using completely ineffective and time-consuming manual methods, such as spreadsheets, in-house databases, or SharePoint sites and need an automated solution?
- Do you currently have a VMS and want to see what alternative solutions are available in the Market that can save you money, easier to use, or more aligned with your needs?
Choosing the Best VMS
Our Ultimate VMS Buyer’s Guide will Help You Find the Best Vendor Management System that's right for your company.
The Ultimate VMS Buyer’s Guide provides the information you need to understand what is important when assessing a VMS and how to ensure the Vendor Management System you choose aligns to your company's unique needs. It includes information on what to look for in a VMS; as well as a detailed Buyer's Checklist and Vendor Assessment Guide.
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Our Ultimate VMS Buyer’s Guide helps you understand how to effectively choose the VMS for your business and answer these questions:
- What is a VMS? and what should it do?
- What is a tech stack? And why it matters.
- What VMS functionality is critical and what is not?
- How much does a VMS cost?
- How to build a VMS business case; and
- How do I compare and evaluate different VMS Solutions?
What’s New in the 2025 VMS Buyer's Guide Edition?
Key Buying Tips for 2025
We’ve closely examined the latest VMS trends, gathering insights from industry experts and practitioners who deal with talent management every day. The guide distills these findings into digestible, actionable advice. Learn about cutting-edge features such as advanced analytics capabilities, AI-driven talent matching, and integration strategies with other HR technologies. Our newly added MSP and staffing agency-focused section discusses how service providers can optimize their VMS usage for client success and scalability.
1. Scalability and Flexibility: Make sure your chosen system can grow with you. Look for modular solutions that allow you to add or remove features based on your business’s changing needs.
2. Integration and Compatibility: Assess how the VMS will integrate with other tools—like HRIS and payroll systems—to ensure a seamless data flow and reduce costly administrative overhead.
3. Reporting and Analytics: Comprehensive reporting is crucial for insights into workforce spending and performance. Check for real-time dashboards and customizable reports.
4. Supplier Management: The right VMS should simplify your interactions with suppliers and freelancers. Look for automated workflows and transparent communication channels.
5. MSP-Focused Enhancements: For managed service providers, the guide offers strategies to leverage specialized VMS features to meet client demands, develop flexible program structures, and stay compliant with industry regulations.
The new guide now also includes additional information in the VMS Buyer’s Checklist that details all of the questions to ask a VMS Partner during your assessment: Functionality, Cost, User Experience and Partnership. It also includes a way to compare different solutions, so you can find the best VMS Partner for your organization.
Take the Next Step with Conexis VMS
Conexis is an award-winning VMS tailored specifically for mid-market contingent workforce programs. Leveraging the latest technology, Conexis delivers the expertise, reliability and security of enterprise systems, while offering the flexibility, user friendliness and tailored service you require. Conexis delivers enterprise level software - without the enterprise level complexity and cost.
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Whether you are looking to change your VMS solution, or just getting started, we are here to help. Contact Us for a Free No-Obligation Consultation to discuss your workforce challenges (and get immediate actionable insights). See how easy Conexis is to use by taking a quick 2 minute Self-Guided Tour, or Book a Personal Demo Today!
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