Contingent labor has become an essential component of how organizations operate. From highly specialized IT contractors to service-based labor in facilities management, contingent workers provide flexibility, scalability, and access to skills that are often difficult to source through traditional hiring. For U.S. regulated industries, such as aerospace and defense, healthcare, utilities, and critical infrastructure, this workforce is a necessity. But with this necessity comes heightened risk.
At SAP NS2, we understand that managing contingent workers is not as simple as onboarding talent. Organizations must balance efficiency with strict security, compliance, and risk requirements. That’s where SAP Fieldglass, deployed and secured by SAP NS2, becomes a strategic advantage.
The rising role of contingent labor in regulated industries
Regulated industries are turning to contingent workers for several reasons:
- Specialized skills: From cybersecurity to aerospace engineering, contractors often bring niche expertise needed for mission success.
- Agility: Projects shift quickly, and contingent workers allow organizations to scale up or down without the constraints of traditional hiring cycles.
- Cost efficiency: Outsourced service-based labor can help manage budget constraints while still delivering critical capabilities.
However, with these benefits comes risk and complexity. Regulated industries face challenges around:
- Visibility into the contingent workforce: Who is working where, and what systems do they have access to?
- Compliance with federal regulations: From NIST 800-53 standards to ITAR and FedRAMP, adherence is non-negotiable.
- Risk mitigation: Unauthorized access, data exposure, and lack of audit trails can jeopardize mission outcomes.
How SAP Fieldglass, deployed by SAP NS2, helps
SAP Fieldglass is a leading vendor management system (VMS) that provides end-to-end visibility and control over the external workforce. When deployed within SAP NS2’s secure cloud environment, SAP Fieldglass is uniquely configured to meet the stringent demands of U.S. regulated industries.
With a foundational understanding of the risks and challenges faced by aerospace & defense, utilities, healthcare, and other regulated sectors, SAP NS2 deploys SAP Fieldglass with these key considerations in mind:
- Centralized oversight: Organizations gain a single system of record for all service-based labor, contractors, and contingent staff.
- Compliance enforcement: Built-in workflows help ensure every worker meets regulatory and agency-specific requirements before they are onboarded, and access is revoked once they are offboarded.
- Security alignment: SAP NS2 deploys SAP Fieldglass in a U.S.-based environment, ensuring compliance with export control, NIST 800-53, and ITAR requirements.
- Audit readiness: Detailed tracking, reporting, and documentation make audits more efficient and less disruptive.
- Vendor and labor performance management: Organizations can track KPIs, service quality, and contract adherence across the entire contingent workforce.
Real-Life Scenario #1: An Aerospace & Defense organization scaling its engineering workforce

- Challenges faced:
- Contractors need access to secure facilities and sensitive defense systems.
- Teams are staffed through multiple vendors, making it difficult to track labor qualifications and compliance.
- The agency must adhere to ITAR, export control laws, and strict cybersecurity standards.
With SAP Fieldglass deployed by SAP NS2:
- Pre-screening and compliance: Contractors are onboarded only after all clearances, export control requirements, and certifications are validated.
- Centralized workforce visibility: Program managers can view, in real time, which contractors are working on which subsystem of the avionics project, under which vendor, and for how long.
- Audit and reporting: If a government compliance review is triggered, the agency can immediately provide documentation proving that every contingent worker met ITAR and clearance requirements.
- Automated offboarding: When a contractor’s engagement ends, Fieldglass workflows ensure badges are revoked, system access is terminated, and compliance records are updated.
The result? The agency accelerates mission-critical R&D while maintaining complete compliance with defense regulations, protecting sensitive data, and reducing the risk of security breaches.
Real-Life Scenario #2: A Healthcare system managing temporary clinical staff

- Challenges the provider faces:
- Ensuring every temporary worker has up-to-date medical licenses and certifications.
- Managing shifts across multiple facilities without risking gaps in patient care.
- Meeting HIPAA compliance requirements for data security and patient privacy.
With SAP Fieldglass deployed by SAP NS2:
- Credential verification: Temporary staff cannot be scheduled until their licenses and certifications are validated.
- Visibility across facilities: Administrators can see real-time staffing levels across all hospitals and clinics, ensuring gaps are filled quickly.
- Audit support: If a regulatory body requests records, the system provides instant proof that all contingent staff meet compliance requirements.
- Data protection: Workers’ access to sensitive systems is tracked and removed as soon as their assignment ends, reducing the risk of HIPAA violations.
The result? The healthcare provider meets patient demand without compromising care quality or regulatory compliance.
Why SAP NS2
SAP NS2 deploys SAP Fieldglass within a U.S.-controlled, secure environment that aligns with the strictest compliance requirements. Our approach ensures that regulated industries benefit from innovative contingent workforce management without compromising on security or control.
At SAP NS2, we don’t just deliver technology. We deliver trust. That means every contractor, every service, and every workflow is managed with security and compliance at the core.
The contingent workforce is here to stay. For regulated industries, the key is not just managing this workforce, but it’s doing so securely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory demands. With SAP Fieldglass, deployed by SAP NS2, gain the visibility, control, and assurance needed to keep your mission moving forward.