How To Handle Labor Scheduling Compliance in The Digital Age
Anyone who has ever toiled in over-preparing employees’ work schedules has experienced the frustrating effect of a version of that old military saying: no plan survives first contact with reality. Someone calls in sick. The employee has special certifications. You check your volunteer list and begin the quest to plug the hole in your work […]
Indeavor Helps CPG Manufacturers Better Handle Disruption
News Alert: Latest Labor Optimization Solution by Indeavor Helps CPG Manufacturers Keep Up With Demand 2020’s stay-at-home economy caused abrupt changes in consumer preferences. Panicked buyers hoarded supplies like toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and cleaning products, while shelf-stable canned goods and snack foods reigned supreme among food purchases. Currently, online CPG food and beverage sales […]
Achieve Labor Scheduling Optimization on a Global Scale
Labor scheduling optimization software can help reduce unnecessary costs and improve productivity across your entire enterprise. Here’s how. Streamline Processes & Control Labor Costs No matter where sites are located, having one centralized labor management platform like Indeavor can help organizations increase efficiencies enterprise-wide. There are some cascading cost-saving effects, including: Equal Opportunity Controlled Staffing […]
Product Launch: Fatigue Management for the Nuclear Industry
Fatigue in the workplace refers to a state of physical or mental exhaustion that impairs a worker’s ability to perform their tasks safely and efficiently. It can be caused by long hours, irregular shifts, and physically demanding work, all of which are prevalent in the nuclear energy sector. Only 58 nuclear power plants are responsible […]
Why Consistent Compliance Starts with Proper Employee Scheduling
By now, you are all too familiar with RP 755, the only refinery and petrochemical industry guidelines aimed at reducing employee fatigue through limiting hours of work. If you’re an Operations leader, then you have the added responsibility of operating within API’s regulations while keeping up with consumer demand and minimizing labor costs. On top […]
[UPDATE] Prepping for Chicago’s Upcoming Predictive Scheduling Law
Last month, Chicago officially approved the proposed Fair Workweek Ordinance. When the law takes effect on July 1, 2020, employers will be required to provide advance notice of employee work schedules and offer premium pay for any changes. Here’s what Chicago employers need to know before auditing their current scheduling processes. Impact of the Predictive […]
Updated Labor Laws Affecting Canada’s Scheduling Practices
If you’re a Canadian employer, you’re already aware of the numerous workplace law changes that went into effect this past January. But are you aware of the true impact particular updates have on how you schedule your employees? Three provinces—Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec—have experienced major changes in their shift scheduling practices due to the recent […]
2020 Vision: Preparing for FLSA’s Overtime Update
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards. Staying up to date with FLSA’s overtime regulations is essential for businesses to remain compliant and avoid costly penalties. These rules ensure employees are fairly compensated for their work while helping organizations manage labor […]
