And software companies are scrambling to help them do their job. Although often described as a monolith, gig workers are as diverse as the traditional workforce. The program provides information and forms that gig workers need to manage their finances and comply with various tax requirements. It is also specifically designed primarily for smartphones to accommodate gig workers, especially drivers and delivery people, who are frequently on the go. Stride Health raised $13 million in 2015 to build a platform targeted specifically at gig workers who don’t get health insurance.

Source: Wall Street Journal November 27, 2017 03:00 UTC