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 […]
How Automated Labor Scheduling Helps Reduce Costs
The cost of labor is substantial for employers, from hourly wages paid to workers to other initiatives for recruiting and retaining staff. Direct labor costs are necessary, as many businesses can’t function without human beings. Automated scheduling software can significantly reduce some of the costs associated with managing the workforce, freeing up a business’s budget […]
Enterprise Technology with a Factory Focus
ERP, HCM, T&A, MES – what do all of these acronyms have in common? They are all mission-critical systems that enable enterprise organizations to run their businesses. These systems serve as a “price of admission” to running efficient and transparent multi-national operations. Other prevalent commonalities exist as outcomes of these same, valuable systems. Common challenges within […]
Overcoming Manufacturing Labor Shortages
The manufacturing industry has been feeling the effects of labor shortages for some time, and it shows no signs of slowing. A study from Deloitte and The Manufacturing Institute estimates that United States manufacturers will have 2.1 million open jobs by 2030. These struggles in the labor market can come from many different places, like an […]
How to Get Buy-In for Technology Solutions in Manufacturing
The research, evaluation and approval process for new technology is a long and drawn-out process. With so many loops and obstacles to work through, the process of contracting and deploying new solutions can take many months or even years. The reality is that change is hard, and many people are comfortable with the status quo, […]
Adapting and Connecting Systems to Futureproof Industrial Operations
The industrial sector is changing quickly, and it is important for companies in this space to make sure that they have a wide variety of versatile, adaptable systems that can adjust depending on the work environment. Transparency and visibility are critical, and facilities must continually re-evaluate the data to make sure they are getting the […]
2022 Industrial Workforce Management Trends
The manufacturing industry has seen a lot of changes during the past few years. One of the biggest changes is that a lot of employees are leaving their jobs and looking for new one. Furthermore, health and safety protocols, along with supply chain issues, are leading to issues with employee schedules, building a greater source […]
3 Must Haves in a Workforce Management Solution
Are you looking for a robust workforce optimization plan? If so, you probably know there are lots of options from which to choose. There are several reasons why you need to think carefully about the solutions and software you deploy. They include: Carefully weighing your platform options require an analysis of your current needs and […]
