Choosing a provider to manage independent contractors and contingent workers is a big decision. The wrong choice can leave you exposed to misclassification, tax, and payroll risk in every country where you work. This report from Everest Group gives you an independent look at the market, the providers in it, and what to look for before you choose.
People2.0 is proud to share this report with you, and to be named a Leader in this year’s assessment.
People2.0 named a Leader
Everest Group assessed 28 providers on their market impact and their vision and capability to deliver, and positioned People2.0 as one of eight Leaders. Everest Group also places People2.0 among the providers holding more than 5% of the CoR and CEoR market, based on spend under management.
In its assessment, Everest Group highlighted People2.0’s strong indemnification support and insurance coverage, its robust worker classification, and its ability to help clients manage independent contractors and contingent workers through one provider in 130+ countries.
What you will learn
Everest Group’s research covers how companies engage and pay independent contractors and contingent workers around the world, and how providers are meeting their needs.
- How 28 CoR and CEoR providers are positioned as Leaders, Major Contenders, and Aspirants
- What drove more than 30% market growth in 2025
- How buyers prioritize risk, coverage, service, technology, and cost when choosing a provider
- Workforce visibility and reporting
- The new tools providers are offering to support classification and compliance
- Detailed profiles of each provider assessed
How these terms connect to our services
Everest Group uses different names for the services People2.0 provides, and its report includes agent of record services within its CoR category. Here’s how the terms line up:
Contingent employer of record (CEoR) is what we call employer of record (EOR). We become the legal employer of your contingent workers and handle their payroll, tax, and compliance.
Contractor of record (CoR) is what we call agent of record (AOR). We help you classify independent contractors correctly, then onboard and pay them in line with local rules.
Who should read this
This report is for:
- Enterprise leaders who manage independent contractors and contingent workers across countries
- Procurement and contingent workforce program leaders choosing or reviewing a provider
- Staffing providers that place contingent workers outside their home markets