Matching Labor to the Increasing Demands in the Oil & Gas Industry
We know that many oil and gas companies, including those in the United States, are looking for a way to increase oil production. This increased demand trickles down and is placed on domestic workforces. With workers being asked to pick up extra hours to meet these increasing demands, it’s important for companies to ensure their […]
7 Benefits of Automating Workforce Scheduling in Complex Industries
Technology is constantly evolving to automate tedious and costly processes. One significant technological advancement is easing the burden of creating detailed schedules for complex industries — automated shift scheduling. Shift scheduling software provides an effective digital solution to shift scheduling, particularly for complex enterprises. Certain sectors, such as 24/7 industries, are heavily regulated at a […]
How to Overcome Labor Shortages in the Food Processing Industry
Reasons For Shortages in the Food Processing Industry There are a few key reasons why the food processing industry is experiencing a labor shortage: Aging workforce: Many experienced workers are reaching retirement age, creating a gap in skilled labor. The industry must attract and train new workers to address this workforce transition. Limited awareness and perception: Many […]
Indeavor Significantly Improves Workforce Planning for Enterprises with New Labor Demand Planning Solution
ERP integration eliminates the need for manual labor planning, improving productivity and efficient use of the workforce at scale Indeavor, an industry leader in People Operations & Workforce Management, announced the launch of its Labor Demand Planning software, which enables large enterprises with a 24-hour shift-driven workforce to integrate their ERP and Workforce Management systems […]
Why Demand Planning Helps Answer Shifting Market Conditions
We’re living in an economic environment plagued by issues of a supply chain shortage in rapid flux, continual labor shortages and skills gaps, and decreased employee morale. It’s now more important than ever to have the right number of employees with the right skills at the right time. Yet, for many organizations, workforce planning remains […]
Ways to Easily Manage & Schedule Temporary Labor
Temporary Labor in the Manufacturing Industry According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the manufacturing sector accounts for 40% of temporary labor utilization. While other industries are shying away from temporary labor, manufacturing continues to expand its footprint. This type of staffing allows companies to have flexibility through their peak production seasons to meet the […]
Are Gray-Collar Workers the Future of Manufacturing?
Gray collar workers are often forgotten about but hold a lot of power for the future of manufacturing. In this article, we cover the importance they hold for manufacturing. But first, it’s important to understand exactly who they are. What is a “Gray Collar” Worker? Gray-collar worker is a term used to describe a type of […]
From Chaos to Control: Scheduling Software for Public Safety
Public safety is an increasingly alarming issue facing many cities and states. In a recent article from CNN, “Police departments from Atlanta to Kansas City to Portland are coping with critical staffing shortages and struggling to fill their ranks from patrol officers to 911 operators” to cope with “bursts of violence in many parts of […]
