7 min readFrom job site hazards to potentially risky workflows, toolbox talks cover essential precautions and site-specific safety concerns. Think of them as necessary safety refreshers, creating a space for open discussions on questions, comments, and safety-related concerns. The lack of proper safety measures exposes workers to a multitude of risks on a construction site. Given the […]
6 min readMany industries have round-the-clock operations. For these, the conventional 9 am to 5 pm work schedule does not work. Here comes the need for a DuPont schedule, a highly effective method for organizing work hours to ensure 24/7 coverage. Named after the DuPont company that was the first to implement it in the 1950s, the […]
3 min readEmployee time tracking may seem like a straightforward task—employees record their hours on a timesheet or use a time clock, turning in their time cards at the end of the week or month. However, this seemingly simple process can present numerous challenges. Accurately tracking employee hours is a critical responsibility for any business. It provides […]
6 min readAs the holiday season approaches, the significance of an efficient employee schedule becomes increasingly important and challenging. Managing limited employee availability and handling numerous time-off requests during this busy period can be quite challenging. Holiday scheduling need not affect your business if you plan it effectively and well in advance. An employee schedule plan extends […]
5 min readAdopting the optimal work schedule for your business is an important decision that determines productivity. Given the various types of work schedules available, each has its own advantages and disadvantages. The right employee scheduling format ensures business success and employee well-being. The Monday through Friday, nine-to-five schedule is the most widely recognized work schedule for […]
4 min readIn a time when most companies manage remote or field-based employees, the adoption of GPS (Global Positioning System) tracker has surged. This technology is widely embraced by businesses for diverse purposes, such as monitoring mileage (39%), streamlining routes for optimization (29%), and enhancing job safety (33%). Additional applications of GPS tracking include: Over the last […]
4 min readThe Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over 80% of employees in various industries work full-time. According to statistics, approximately half of workers in each sector log overtime hours. This means that overtime pay is a regular occurrence in most industries. But, what is paid overtime can vary by state law. In a demanding industry […]
6 min readWhile the concept of context switching is commonly associated with software, its relevance extends to human productivity as well. Context switching, meaning the abrupt transition between different tasks disrupts workflow continuity and productivity. Similar to computing systems, individuals within a team experience additional costs or overhead when transitioning between multiple projects. This can be particularly […]
4 min readEfficient time management is paramount for field services companies. Here, the value of time extends beyond monetary considerations. Maximizing productivity is a constant pursuit, and one proven method to achieve this goal is the implementation of the pomodoro technique. Pomodoro, meaning tomato in Italian, is a time management method developed in the late 1980s. By […]
3 min readAccording to research from Microsoft, this has led to the emergence of a “triple peak day,” with some employees commencing work as late as 9:00 to 11:00 p.m. Traditionally, people envision the workday occurring from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. However, the pandemic has made it clear that the boundaries between work and life have […]