Namely holds worker profiles, team codes, and timecards. Wingspan manages worker records, checks, work, and pay. Each Wingspan worker record is called a payee. It keeps its Contractor or W-2 type.
Job titles and teams set context for engagement templates. An engagement is a reusable work template. Each worker gets an assignment under it. The assignment keeps worker terms, dates, and required checks. Creating the worker record and inviting the worker are separate steps. Readiness applies to each assignment.
Approved Namely hours sync as work items in Wingspan. A manager approves the contractor work log. This creates one amount owed. The contractor sees an invoice. The payer sees a payable. Finance gives separate payer approval before pay. W-2 workers use pay statements and employee payroll with tax withholding.