Being a registered sponsor under the points-based system can bring real business benefits, and it does not need to be difficult or overly complicated.
But what are the benefits and how hard is it to apply? The case studies below provide some organisations' perspectives.
HML relies on a particular IT skill that is hard to find in the United Kingdom, so it needs to bring in trained programmers from abroad -usually at short notice.
This firm of architects, designers and engineers employs workers from around the world, and was one of the first employers to apply for a Tier 2 sponsor licence.
As a top research body, York has many overseas researchers and academics - and considers the points-based system to be far better than the old system of work permits.
Employing around 150 migrant workers to support the Honda Racing F1 Team, this company needed to think hard about the best structure for its sponsor registration.
Although initially daunted by the sponsor application process, this public-sector health organisation has benefited from the help and support we can offer.
This firm found it easy to add users to the sponsorship management system, so that multiple staff members can ensure that it fulfils its sponsorship duties.
Our e-learning CD helped this local authority to achieve its priorities of getting to grips with and adding users to the sponsorship management system.
The level 1 user for this Tier 2 sponsor finds it easy to assign certificates of sponsorship, and uses online card payment to speed up the process.
The move from a paper-based to an electronic system is delivering major benefits for this multinational IT services and consultancy firm.
With its user-friendly and intuitive feel, the sponsorship management system has been well-received in Camden - and our support material helps to resolve any uncertainties.