Retention, engagement & workforce metrics · Working
Contingent-labour ratio
Also called: contractor mix
ELI5
Contingent workers divided by the defined total workforce.
Used in conversation
“Keep contingent-labour ratio on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”
Pitch context
You will see “Contingent-labour ratio” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches retention, engagement & workforce metrics.
Why it matters: In retention, engagement & workforce metrics, the scope can change what data may be used, who may access it and which controls are required.
Caution
Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.
Sources & evidence · 3
Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — BLS GlossaryDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Productivity programmeDirect source · primary · checked 2026-08-16
- OECD — G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance 2023Supporting source family · institutional · checked 2026-08-16