No matter the season, employee leave is a timely topic for small businesses. During spring and summer months, vacation requests soar. Fall brings changing weather and sick leave just before winter’s holiday observances. It becomes a daunting task to keep track of the different types of leave requests. Knowing what is required legally is equally…
Global market intelligence expert International Data Corporation (IDC) predicts that nearly 75 percent of all workers will be remote within the next 5 years. Wow! This is a huge shift, even for today’s rapidly evolving workforce. Yet increasingly, day by day, this shift is occurring. Access to small-screen smart devices, cloud-based SaaS (software as a…
Managing employees’ time off schedule leads to inevitable conflict. One day, two or more employees will request the same vacation days. Most likely, departmental needs mean only one gets approved. What can the employer do? There are practical planning steps that HR managers can share with department managers to smooth potential conflicts. Clear policies and…
No matter how large or small your business is, employee scheduling can be a major challenge. Even more so when you are dealing with shift work. If your business operates around the clock, chances are that you will deal with some type of shift rotation system. Avoiding over- or under-scheduling when dealing with rotating shift…
Strategic workforce planning has become the war room of human resources. As the cornerstone of strategic HR solutions, the right plan certifies that strategies geared toward talent management and human capital are parallel to your organization’s business goals. Workforce plans depend on effective strategies for preparation, analysis and forecasting. Failing to craft and implement a…
The work of a school administrator is challenging. Schools have many different moving parts. The overwhelming task trying to keep track of various components can seem overwhelming. It takes a powerful solution that delivers the proper tools and resources for success. Ensuring your school runs as efficiently and effectively as possible means investing in attendance…
Accuracy in managing employee time and attendance is a meticulous, but necessary function of every business. Timely data for payroll processing and labor regulations are equally important. Yet, tracking time is one of the least favorite tasks. To make this vital task more tolerable, organizations should move from a manual tracking method to a more…
Litigation Against Employers Is on the Rise In recent years, lawsuits against employers has increased. it is imperative for employers to be well versed on employment law to protect the company’s bottom line and reputation. Employee record retention is crucial. Your Company Must Establish a Policy A designated records administrator is essential. if you have…