Dispatch and outsourcing are legally distinct in Japan. Understand the differences and how to manage each in WorkVell.
Distinguishing between worker dispatch (派遣) and outsourcing/contractor (業務委託) arrangements is critical for legal compliance. Misclassification can result in fines and labor disputes.
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Registering and Managing Vendors
Add external vendors (dispatch, outsourcing, SES) to WorkVell to manage external workforce engagements.
Creating External Workforce Engagement Requests
Create an engagement request to assign an external worker to a project, with approval workflow.
Managing Dispatch Worker's Assignment Limit Dates
Track the 3-year limit on dispatching the same worker to the same organizational unit to stay compliant.
Managing Vendors (Staffing Agencies and Outsourcing Partners)
Register and track staffing agencies and outsourcing vendors, link workers to them, and compare vendor performance.
Registering and Managing Vendors
Add external vendors (dispatch, outsourcing, SES) to WorkVell to manage external workforce engagements.
Creating External Workforce Engagement Requests
Create an engagement request to assign an external worker to a project, with approval workflow.
Managing Dispatch Worker's Assignment Limit Dates
Track the 3-year limit on dispatching the same worker to the same organizational unit to stay compliant.
Creating and Sharing Work Instructions for External Workers
Create formal work instructions for contracted or dispatched workers and confirm receipt.
Freelance Outsourcing Contract Management
How to manage freelance outsourcing contracts, orders, and acceptance.
Difference Between Outsourcing and Temporary Staffing
Legal differences between outsourcing contracts and temporary staffing agreements.
Dispatch Worker Restriction Date Management
Managing the dispatch restriction date (3-year rule) for contracted workers.
Managing Dispatch Conflict Dates and Period Limit Alerts
Track the 3-year maximum dispatch period per worker per organizational unit and receive alerts before the conflict date is reached.
Allocating Outsourcing Costs by Department
How to allocate external workforce costs by department and project for cost management.
Evaluating External Workers and Making Renewal Decisions
Record performance evaluations for contract workers and use ratings to inform future contract decisions.
