Frequently Asked Questions

• Yes. APRU's flexible, cloud-based VMS is designed for companies of all sizes.

• • No minimum number of job requisitions required

  • No implementation or training fees

  • Fast setup, often within days

  • Immediate visibility into contingent labor spend

• Whether you manage a small workforce or a multi-location enterprise, APRU scales to your needs.

• Yes. APRU can be fully managed by your internal team.

• • Ideal if you have dedicated staff with capacity to oversee the program

  • Supports self-managed or managed service models

  • Reduces contingent labor costs even when internal resources are used

• Many clients choose a Managed Services Program (MSP) partner, but it is not required.

• No. APRU is a cloud-based VMS platform.

• • Access via any standard internet browser

  • No downloads, installations, or hardware required

  • Easy to deploy across multiple locations

• Yes. APRU is designed to enhance, not replace your vendor relationships.

• • Retain your preferred staffing partners

  • Identify vendor gaps and improvement opportunities

  • Track performance metrics such as responsiveness, quality, and cost competitiveness

  • Optimize your vendor mix over time

• Pricing depends on your program structure.

• • Flexible pricing models (fixed or variable)

  • Tailored to self-managed or MSP-supported programs

  • Designed to deliver cost savings quickly

• No for standard implementation.

• • No fees for setup or standard training webinars

  • Optional on-site training or advanced system enhancements may include additional costs

• No. APRU's market rate normalization ensures overall cost reduction.

• • Increased vendor competition drives pricing efficiency

  • Standardized rate visibility reduces overpayment

  • Clients consistently see lower total bill rates

Most clients achieve 12-15% cost savings.

• Savings are driven by:

• • Eliminating "maverick spend"” (above-market rates)

  • Improving rate transparency

  • Increasing vendor competition

• APRU provides full visibility into contingent workforce spending, enabling smarter cost control.

• APRU supports all job types and industries, including:

• • Light industrial and manufacturing roles

  • Professional and technical positions

  • Project-based or contract work

  • Multi-location workforce needs

• The platform is fully configurable by job classification, geography, and vendor specialization.

• APRU supports distributed workforces through location-based vendor management.

• • Assign vendors by geographic coverage and skill set

  • Allow each site to use specialized staffing partners

  • Maintain centralized visibility and cost control

• This approach improves productivity, reduces costs, and standardizes processes company-wide.

• Yes. APRU accommodates fixed bid and milestone-based engagements.

• • Payments tied to project milestones or deliverables

  • Not dependent on hours worked or headcount

  • Ideal for project-based staffing needs

APRU helps mitigate key workforce risks through centralized visibility and compliance controls:

• Contractor Classification
  Ensures proper documentation to avoid misclassification penalties.

• Certifications Tracking
  Tracks minority-, veteran-, and disabled-owned supplier certifications.

• Co-Employment Risk Management
  Maintains appropriate relationships between clients and contractors.

• Non-Employment Agreements
  Stores and manages required legal documentation.

• Length of Stay Monitoring
  Tracks engagement duration to prevent co-employment risks.

• APRU delivers:

• • Full visibility into contingent labor spend

  • Standardized hiring and vendor processes

  • Reduced costs and improved rate control

  • Scalable VMS technology with fast implementation