If you have 400 employees, you have around 400 different opinions about what constitutes a good work-life balance. So, how do you go about identifying which ones are the most crucial and what is your plan of action going forward, to address these issues? After more than 30 years of working with shift workers and … Continue reading “What does work-life balance mean to your employees?”
A frequent lament I’ve been hearing for the last 30 years is “Today’s kids don’t have the work ethic of their parents.” Interestingly, the frequency of this type of statement is inversely proportional to the local unemployment rate. When unemployment is low, then companies start to notice that their employees become less “sticky”. They leave … Continue reading “Work-Life Balance”
A frequent lament I’ve been hearing for the last 30 years is “Today’s kids don’t have the work ethic of their parents.” Interestingly, the frequency of this type of statement is inversely proportional to the local unemployment rate. When unemployment is low, then companies start to notice that their employees become less “sticky”. They leave … Continue reading “Work – Life Balance”
Shift Operations Health Assessment | Shiftwork Solutions Shift Operations Health Assessment Performance – People – Costs Find out what’s really broken in your shift operation Free Operational Health Assessment (10 Minutes) Is your shiftwork system supporting performance—or quietly eroding it? Our expert-built assessment analyzes the eight critical dimensions that determine operational stability, workforce health, and … Continue reading “Shiftwork Readiness”
How can a 24/7 operation maintain full coverage and control labor costs if every hour beyond 32 requires overtime pay?
Increase Capacity and ROI – Transitioning to a 24/7 operation requires addressing complex questions: determining demand, managing labor costs, scheduling maintenance, and balancing workforce needs with business goals. Our approach tackles these challenges by optimizing workforce deployment, improving equipment utilization, and fostering employee engagement through surveys and tailored solutions. The result is increased capacity, improved … Continue reading “Transitioning to 24/7 Production”
Schedule Design and Implementation We evaluate, design, and implement optimized shift schedules customized to your business’s needs. Rather than applying generic templates, we guide you in selecting from hundreds of potential schedules that align business goals with employee preferences to support long-term growth. Learn more… Change Management We guide organizations through implementing new schedules and … Continue reading “Our Services”
Answer from Ethan Franklin: While traveling to a client last week, the person sitting next to me on the plane asked me what I do for work. When I explained that I help companies and employees find and implement the best schedule, they immediately asked: So, what is the best schedule? I have been asked … Continue reading “What is the best schedule?”
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in 24/7 Operations – What the Employee Surveys Reveal Managing a workforce across different shifts on different days and times – poses unique challenges in a 24/7 operation. From communication hurdles to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, the intricacies of overseeing diverse schedules require a nuanced approach. By understanding and … Continue reading “5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in 24/7 Operations”
