4 min read During 2023, real estate proprietors, managers, and facilities maintenance crews faced many challenges. From elevated interest rates, continued sustainability initiatives, and a renewed push for returning to office spaces, all of these factors changed the landscape of building management. The facilities management market is expected to reach a valuation of $201.63 billion by 2024. Looking […]
5 min read Instances of employees failing to notify about their absence, known as “no call no show”, can be challenging. The performance of other employees may be affected too as they juggle their tasks along with those of the absent colleague. If not managed effectively, no call no show cases can impact the overall functioning of a […]
6 min read As 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 […]
6 min read While 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 read According 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 […]
4 min read Among the many ways to boost productivity, the 80/20 rule or the Pareto principle stands out. The economic concept suggests that 80% of results come from 20% of the effort. It advocates focused efforts on the vital few tasks that give the most significant impact. Though the figures may vary, the principle highlights that the […]
5 min read Downtime is a common challenge in industrial field services. It can happen when a critical piece of machinery breaks down, halting productivity and causing frustration. There are many reasons why downtime happens, even with meticulous planning. Some of the most common challenges are inaccurate time and attendance records, manual scheduling processes, and the absence […]
5 min read A field service software is essential for any organization that needs to provide maintenance and support services in the field. It helps streamline operations and optimize resources. In this blog post, you’ll discover 9 ways field service software platforms can improve employee productivity and efficiency. From automating routine tasks to providing better visibility into job […]
8 min read The field service industry is experiencing exponential growth in demand, which is crucial for customer satisfaction. However, this growth also brings forth challenges and opportunities for managers who are responsible for managing and improving processes within their organization. Whether you’re a small business owner or an enterprise with thousands of customers, one of the biggest […]
5 min read According to the American Payroll Association (APA) about 75% of U.S. businesses are affected by time theft and the expensive payroll error it causes. Sometimes, this begins as a friendly gesture between colleagues. However, the impact of this over time can be more than you realize. 74% of employers face payroll fraud, losing upwards of […]