Having a comprehensive safety program in place for your contingent workforce is essential for operational optimization, risk mitigation and, most importantly, keeping your employees and associates safe. Is your safety program up to par?
Methods used to attract and retain talented employees often vary from one year to the next. Here are five staffing and recruiting trends that we are expected to see in 2023
Investing in people vs equipment: how to tell when to focus on one over the other
Two things that can greatly contribute to or detract from a business’s level of success are its people and its equipment. Here are some signs to look for on which to invest in at the moment
5 ways to invest in your employees (and why you should)
Lower turnover rates, the ability to attract more talent, a reduction of misdirection issues and greater employee motivation are results of investing in your employees. How can you? Here are five ways
4 strategies to help your employees develop a gig-worker mindset
There are several benefits of having employees develop the same mindset as gig workers. Here are four strategies that can help your current employees start to think—and behave—like a gig worker.
Nearshoring: what it is and how it can help your operations
Some businesses engage in offshoring, but another option for businesses today is something called nearshoring. If you’ve never heard of this term, let’s look at what it is and it's potential benefits
Research-backed benefits of flexible shift schedules in an industrial space
Employee schedules in an industrial environment are typically fairly rigid. While this makes sense from an operational standpoint, there are a few benefits to flexible schedules in manufacturing.
2022 Associate Gift Guide: 10 ideas to show your appreciation
Gifts are a great way to show how much you value your employees and their contributions. Whether you need a gift to help with their daily life or extra perks, here a some employee holiday gift ideas.
What to look for when promoting employees: Signs of a leader
Promoting internally can also be motivating to your employees when they know that their hard work may be rewarded with a move into a higher or more advanced position. Here are a few signs to look for.
Job posts are more than just a starting point for finding your next employee. If done right, they’ll draw in only the most qualified and experienced applicants.
We’re now more than halfway through 2022 and the nation has endured some extreme statistics—some are hopeful, and others are alarming.Here is a brief look at a few of them.
What you need to know about RaaS, and how it can affect operations
One of the newest acronyms to join the industrial and retail industry is RaaS. Here we explain what RaaS is, as well as how it can impact the operations side of your business.
Veteran transition programs: What they are and benefits they offer
Veteran transition programs assist with this process, helping service members who are leaving active duty as they re-acclimate to home, family, work, and everything else outside military life.
4 ways to improve frontline skills of your employees
Because frontline workers interact with the public, the quality of their interactions can impact your company’s reputation. Here are four ways to help your frontline workers improve their skills.
Compliance alert: Tennessee strengthens E-Verify laws for 2023
Beginning January 1, 2023, all employers who have 35 or more employees in the state of Tennessee will be required to E-verify their workers and maintain case results. Learn what this means for you.
People who are just now entering the workforce are part of Generation Z. If you’re interested in appealing to this generation of workers, there are a few things you can do to help attract them.
How Peak Teams can help move your operation forward: A Q&A with Jason Essenberg, VP of Peak Teams
Our new solution was created to help businesses solve complex workforce problems. We spoke with Jason Essenberg to get his expertise on this new solution and how you can leverage Peak Teams.
Worker shortages continue to plague businesses across the nation. If you’re looking to recruit new workers, staying up on the latest trends can help you stay competitive this summer.
Building a circular economy operation: A Q&A with Harold Baro, Senior VP of SIMOS
A circular economy helps restore and regenerate resources. We spoke with Harold Baro, SIMOS’s Senior VP, to get his expertise on what using a circular economy model looks like with returns.
Transitioning from from active-duty service member to civilian worker can be difficult. That’s why we wanted to share a few tips that can make this process as seamless and as enjoyable as it can be.