The segment of the workforce comprised of independent contractors (IC) and temporary workers. This workforce’s work style and arrangements are often characterized by flexible work arrangements where workers can choose where they work and how they engage and dictate their compensation.
The contemporary workforce is typically associated with the gig economy, and their employment often occurs on a project-by-project basis rather than through long-term employment contracts. Their flexible work arrangements allow them to work in multiple locations, take on various projects simultaneously, and set their own schedules.