In the context of employer of record (EOR) services, vendors sometimes consult with external providers to perform EOR tasks under the contracting company's brand. Essentially, these third-party providers handle EOR duties for the contracting organization, often without the end client or employees being aware of their involvement. This is known as white labeling, and it’s surprisingly common.
The practice of white labeling EOR services presents considerable challenges and risks, especially regarding transparency, compliance, and service quality. This brochure explores why.