It’s no secret that Social Media altered the business landscape, but how has it impacted the way staffing agencies and recruiters do their jobs? Many staffing executives agree that while social media is new, it is becoming a more important tool in the search for candidates. Social media sites attract a large number of people. Over 700 million people are on Facebook, 200 million on Twitter and at least 100 million on LinkedIn[1]. These people tend to be tech-savvy, curious, and they enjoy learning, which means that many of them could be excellent recruits[2].

SimplicityVMS, the only Canadian-based Vendor Management Software available on the market, was recently featured on Staffing Industry Analysts’ VMS and MSP 2011 Competitive Landscape report. Staffing Industry Analysts surveyed 42 of the world’s largest VMS/MSP companies for its annual report. For five years, the VMS and MSP Competitive Landscape report has provided the most detailed and comprehensive insight into the experience, positioning, and capabilities of VMS and MSP suppliers.