1. Potential Left on the Shelf
Advanced scheduling software is promising, but just a small percentage of companies tap its full potential. That's the opinion of Lisa Disselkamp, a consultant who helps firms implement scheduling applications.
2. Scheduling Snapshot
During the past five years, advances in computer hardware and software have allowed applications to take many factors into account in generating sophisticated schedules.
3. Scheduling Software: Oracle Workforce Scheduling and Kronos Scheduling
Oracle Workforce Scheduling allows managers to see details of how a team of workers is scheduled through the day. Among the demand factors that Kronos’ scheduling software takes into account are sales, number of items sold, number of customers and foot traffic.
4. Scheduling Software: Infor Software
Infor software allows managers to score employees on customer service, which allows peak performers to be scheduled at peak times.
Lawson’s software allows nurses to see and bid on open shifts a la eBay.
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awson’s software allows nurses to see and bid on open shifts a la eBay. Nurses who meet certain qualifications can be given a "buy it now" option to snag open shifts and can be given the chance to vie for slots through a pay-based bidding process. The Internet-based employee interface allows users to see only shifts for which they are qualified to work.
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awson’s software allows nurses to see and bid on open shifts a la eBay. Nurses who meet certain qualifications can be given a "buy it now" option to snag open shifts and can be given the chance to vie for slots through a pay-based bidding process. The Internet-based employee interface allows users to see only shifts for which they are qualified to work.
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