What Is Blended Workforce? | HR Glossary | BambooHR
A workforce combining permanent employees with contractors, temporary and freelance workers.
A blended workforce mixes traditional permanent staff with contingent workers — contractors, temps, freelancers and agency staff — to give an organisation greater flexibility and access to specialist skills.
The model helps businesses scale up or down and bring in expertise for specific projects without permanent headcount.
Managing it well means clear contracts, correct worker classification and inclusive practices so contingent workers stay engaged and compliant risk is controlled.
