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Five Ways to Cut Labor Costs with Effective Business Systems

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The combination of employee wages (both hourly and salaried), benefits packages, overtime pay, paid time off and sick leave, employee wellness programs, and other labor-related expenses is an especially important consideration for a small business owner. Coordinate Payroll and Scheduling. Increase Flexibility. Diversify Skills.

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Manufacturing Work Schedules

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Managing a manufacturing schedule efficiently and effectively requires foresight, adaptability, and close attention to the skills and training required to complete each project. Scheduling software. Schedules employees can be a challenge, especially if you don’t have the proper tools or information to do so.

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State Versus Federal: Which One Rules When it Comes to Garnishments

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Yes, both State tax levies and voluntary wage assignments are governed exclusively by state law. We will be covering the difference between federal and state laws for child support, creditor garnishments, voluntary wage assignments and state tax levies. Any exceptions to this? That is what we will determine in this blog. CALIFORNIA.

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Leave Management: A Guide to Improve Employee Leave Management

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There are countless reasons why an employee may need to request time off. Every employee deserves to have sufficient time off from work for various situations, but managing this time-off isn’t always so easy for the business’s side. For the employee, they simply just have to request the time off for a valid reason.

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Workforce Optimization Best Practices for Blue Collar Employers in Labor-Driven Industries

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Getting the best out of your employees isn’t something that just happens — optimizing your workforce for maximum profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency requires an active strategy and the right technology to make it a reality. A few common labor costs to account for include: Hourly and salaried employee wages.

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Minimum Wage, Maximum Pressure: The Journey Toward $15/Hour

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On April 27, 2021, President Biden signed a new Executive Order, “ Increasing the Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors.” No one … working 40 hours a week should live below the poverty line.”. As of January 1, 2021, 29 states and the District of Columbia have minimum wage provisions higher than the federal, while 2 1 states use the $7.

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What’s Changing with Workplace Data Collection?

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Fortunately, employers now have access to high-quality workforce management (WFM) software solutions to aid in data collection. Your workforce management system can help you understand utilitarian functions like employee time and attendance management as well as less tangible areas like work-life balance and employee engagement.