When Field Nation moved into AT&T tower in 2014, there were 25 employees working at our Minneapolis headquarters. Fast-forward to 2018, and there are about 85 employees and things are starting to get a little cramped. Okay, maybe really cramped (try sharing one refrigerator with 84 of your closest friends). As Field Nation continues to […]
This Ardent Partners report will deep-dive into the growth of today’s non-employee talent and present research and insights into how 2018’s non-employee workforce is a critical asset to the average.
Should your brick-and-mortar retail store develop an e-commerce site or a mobile app? Read about how retailers are going digital.
Learn how Field Nation’s matching algorithm is helping clients find and match with service providers.
This whitepaper dives into the world of workers’ compensation from its inception to the present day with a focus on how independent contractors fit into the workers’ compensation scheme.
This March marks Field Nation’s 10-year anniversary. Field Nation founder and CEO Mynul Khan is using this milestone as a time to reflect on the lessons he’s learned so far.
Blended workforces, also called on-demand or variable staffing models, are shaking up traditional org charts. They use independent workers or contractors to fill in skills gaps for companies of all sizes, providing the expertise and manpower just when it’s needed. If you need a short course on the power of a blended workforce and think its time for your company to join in, read on.
What are the pros and cons of fiber optics? Compare fiber optics to traditional copper wiring, and view the advantages and disadvantages of fiber.
Field Nation was founded as an LLC 10 years ago in March of 2008. Explore our infographic to see how Field Nation has evolved over the past decade.
Scenario: You’ve just finished moving into your new operations headquarters. Just one more thing—you have a dozen public rooms that you need to get up and running with digital signage. Now what? Depending on the complexity of your digital signage installation, you may need some outside assistance.
The New Matching Algorithm Field Nation has launched the first and only matching algorithm that recommends top field service contractors to clients. By leveraging a decade’s worth of data, Field Nation helps clients mitigate risk and gain quick access to quality talent. Based on 10 years of client and provider data, the matching algorithm uses […]
97% of millennials own a smartphone, making mobile technology an important way for hotels to provide better guest experiences. The first step in any mobile offering is a reliable computer networking system and strong Wi-Fi. Hotels should embrace field services to back IoT devices with reliable computer network systems.
Field Nation ensures only the best people use our marketplace. A dedicated team of customer service and support specialists provide round-the-clock support for clients and service providers alike.
See how the Field Nation platform connects service providers with businesses to accomplish great work.
Finding the right field service technician is challenging, especially if you’re still using LinkedIn or Craigslist to find contract workers. Using a dedicated Field Service Marketplace like Field Nation, however, makes the entire process much quicker.
Whether we are resolving 93% of all customer service tickets within 2 hours, or stepping in to resolve a difficult dispute, our dedicated customer success teams are available to help.
The gig economy is booming. Government economists estimate that more than 40% of Americans will be working outside traditional full-time jobs by 2020. When deciding whether to do gig work, it’s important to consider your personality and workplace preferences. Take our quiz below to start thinking about whether gig work would be a good fit for you.
This year we accomplished some really great things. We grew our Field Nation team, improved our customer service, and expanded our reach. We can’t wait to see what 2018 has in store for us!
Starting a service company involves a host of important decisions. Luckily, there’s one thing you don’t need to worry about: staffing. With platforms like Field Nation, you can find qualified, on-site, on-demand service providers to meet your needs.
This success story discusses how Mike Brown seized opportunity through his work on Field Nation. Mike started as a service provider until one accident changed the course of his life. Instead of letting the accident put him down, Mike created his own opportunity and began servicing clients through Field Nation. Today, Mike runs a successful service company that operates in every state.
Do you have a great idea for a new business, but staffing is slowing you down? Whether you are opening a restaurant, an online store, building a service organization, or a construction company. No matter what industry your business is in, you can find creative ways to leverage contingent labor by asking yourself these questions.
By using Field Nation you are able to create accurate proposals with less project uncertainty leading to better long-term relationships.
Meet two project managers in a competitive market. One chose Fast Work Inc. and the other chose Field Nation, both had high hopes as they started with work order creation. Watch this video, as there is a turn in the story. Only one project manager will win all of the glory.
From experience to reliability field service technicians are crucial to the American economy, and these traits are setting them apart from a W2 workforce.
With Field Nation, you choose exactly who completes your work orders. Either route directly to a service provider, or publish to the Field Nation marketplace where service providers compete for your work.
From reducing labor costs to changing the way work gets done, learn how clients are improving their operations and growing their business with Field Nation.
Make data driven decisions for your business and bid on projects in any location, with Field Nation’s market pricing insights.
Curious which Field Service Industries use Field Nation the most? Learn more about the top industries we serve and how your business can expand it’s service offering with Field Nation.
The world of work is rapidly changing as more and more organizations expand into using contract workers. Intuit estimates that 40% of the American workforce will be independent workers by 2020 – including temporary employees and contractors. So, why is the American economy seeing such a sharp increase in contract work?
This report discusses three major benefits companies experience by switching to an FMS (Freelance Management System) and field service marketplace. First, an increase in productivity; second, the ability to scale geographically and increase service lines; and third, an improved customer experience.
Communication is key to the success of every work order on Field Nation. With real-time updates we are making it easier than ever to simply communication between clients and service providers.
Do you want more work? These simple steps will help you stand out in the marketplace.
We did some research and spoke with top service providers to figure out how you can get more work and retain clients.
Many businesses don’t recognize that acquiring skilled contractors to do work can be as selective as finding new customers, especially because businesses should seek workers who will add the most value. Not only should businesses be very intentional about selecting the right contractors, they must maintain positive relationships with their contract workers.
Finding great a technician starts with creating a great work order. Learn how to write a work order that will increase SLA compliance and first-time fix rates.
Although most businesses acknowledge that using a contingent workforce results in cost savings, many don’t recognize that the agility of the contingent workforce results in increased efficiency.
Are you a technician on Field Nation looking for ways to stand out in our marketplace? Start by perfecting your profile, leveraging our iOS and Android mobile applications, and exercising professionalism the next time you log in.
With a variable workforce, businesses can expand into new types of services by sourcing experienced field technicians on platforms like Field Nation. By servicing multiple industries companies can support new projects and break into new service offerings.
Field Nation is home to developers, problem solvers, number crunchers and everything in-between. Our headquarters is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and what truly makes us unique is our employees.
See how Field Nation can help you seamlessly expand your service network.
According to a study conducted by the Blumberg Advisory Group, concerns about customer satisfaction are one of the largest concerns in switching to a Variable Workforce. The same study concluded, however, that companies using a Variable Workforce have higher Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance rates than companies using a traditional workforce.
According to a 2016 study by the Blumberg Advisory Group, Freelance Management Systems (FMS) allow businesses to scale-up geographically without the constraints of a traditional workforce. The study found that 80% of FMS users report improvements in geographic coverage when compared to using traditional labor.
Learn how to take advantage of existing features in the field service marketplace to complete projects more efficiently.
Field Nation enables businesses, project managers, and field service leaders to easily manage, deploy and measure disparate workforce teams. Utilizing the proven technology of the Field Nation platform, businesses can engage with part- and full-time employees, vendors, and independent contractors.
Often, prospective clients’ most significant concern about leveraging a contingent workforce is related to the quality of technicians. Generally, freelance technicians don’t go through a recruiting process as exhaustive as W2 employees.
Improving Key Performance Indicators In A Gig Economy
Often, prospective clients’ most significant concern about leveraging a contingent workforce is related to the quality of technicians. Generally, freelance technicians don’t go through a recruiting process as exhaustive as W2 employees.
The shift from the use of full-time employees to contingent labor has been dramatic – especially within field service operations.
Over the past 15 years, independent contractors have replaces hundreds of thousands of traditional employees saving companies millions. Here’s how real companies use field technicians to boost their business.
See how the contingent workforce is changing the business world.
Field Nation helps to get work done in nearly every facet of the IT landscape- from telecom to ATM repair. Our competitive rates, high success rate, and free data reporting tools allow you to be successful in almost any type of onsite technical project.
Improving Key Performance Indicators In A Gig Economy
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is changing the tides of America’s workforce and many employees are electing to freelance in the absence of these benefits.
New research reveals that 40% of the labor force in top performing firms are contractors.
Most field services firms are quite familiar with the diverse challenges associated with scalability. How can field services organizations ensure they have broad geographic coverage and still maintain quality control and mitigate overhead expenses?
A new national study by Field Nation and Future Workplace of 600 HR decision-makers and 959 freelancers looks at the impacts of the American Affordable Care Act and the rise of the blended workforce.
Why the Chief Information Officer Must Care About the Sharing Economy & Freelance Boom
As freelancing goes mainstream, the retail, telecommunications and hospitality industries are looking for talent and expertise that stands out. Here are the most in-demand skills, certifications and training partners of 2016.
Field Nation’s mobile app for iOS devices gives businesses and freelancers the ability to conduct and complete their work on-site and on-the-go. Members of the contingent workforce can connect with new and existing clients, stay engaged with ongoing projects, and find new work opportunities right from their phone. See how this new app is powering today’s mobile workforce to get great work done anytime and anywhere.
Why the Chief Procurement Officer Needs to Care About the Freelance Boom
The world of work is changing. There has been a shift away from traditional, full-time employees, and towards an independent marketplace
It’s no secret that technology improves workforce productivity- and this trend isn’t going away anytime soon.
As the world becomes more mobile-centric, this continuing trends shows that mobile devices aren’t secondary – they are central to how people shop and navigate the web. See how mobile is part of the future and that creating the right infrastructure is part of supporting that future.
The traditional 9-5 job model is quickly becoming a way of the past for professionals who feel more empowered to manage their careers on their own terms. As thousands of Americans enter the freelance workforce each year, we take a look at this growing segment for a better idea of the people leading this shift.
With an expected global IT spend of over $3.8 trillion in 2015, organizational leaders are turning to Freelancer Management Systems (FMS) to allocate budgets, prioritize objectives and staff important projects. We look at how FMS is disrupting the traditional Managed Services Provider (MSP) model and why organizations are adopting this new technology.
We expose the importance of “uncrowding the crowd” when engaging a freelance and contract workforce.
Field Nation started in 2008 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Mynul Khan is the Founder and CEO of Field Nation; the leading online work marketplace for connecting people to get work done.
The shift is happening from traditional full time employment to a freelancing lifestyle. 60 Million individuals will engage in contract work by the year 2020. Freelancing is growing across many industries every year and the overwhelming majority of freelancers see themselves as entrepreneurs and small business owners who are committed to your success. See why […]
Highly distributed enterprises have mastered the ability to deliver their unique products, services, and value to customers spread across zip codes, time zones, and oceans. With the success of wide reach comes the need for deep expertise anywhere your work takes you.