Staffing and Industry Trends
The staffing industry can change in a heartbeat. Stay up-to-date with the latest staffing trends and industry happenings.
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Building a better manufacturing work culture starts with a new mindset
An unhealthy manufacturing work culture can have negative consequences. The first step in changing this type of environment, and its effects, requires a shift in mindset.
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SMX Quarter 1 2023 Recruiting & Wages Report
After Q1, it’s difficult to say where 2023 will head. Our report dives into what employers need to know right now and how to prepare your operation for the months ahead.
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5 staffing and recruiting trends in 2023
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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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4-day work weeks in manufacturing and distribution: Benefits, drawbacks & factors to consider
The 4 day work week is a new employment trend. What would a 4-day work week look like in manufacturing and distribution? It could have both pros and cons.
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The future of automation: Building a new workforce model [Guide]
This guide will cover the current state of automations, the benefits and limitations as well as how a cost-per-unit model can help streamline the process.
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Quarterly Jobs and Wage Report [Quarter 2 2022]
We’re now more than halfway through the current year 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.
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What you need to know about RaaS, and how it can affect operations
One of the newest acronyms to join the automation industry is RaaS. Here we explain what RaaS is, as well as how it can impact the operations side of your business.
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5 recruitment tips you can implement right now [Infographic]
Recruiting has changed so much in the last 2 years. We’ve compiled a list of 5 quick ideas to get you started on finding more qualified candidates and retain your current employees.
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Mind of the Associate: What are employees looking for now? [Infographic]
The job market has changed so much in the past 2 years, it can be difficult to keep up. We asked associates what they were looking for at a job now. Here are the top 5 takeaways.
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How to attract the next generation of workers
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 attract them.
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How Peak Teams can help move your operation forward: A Q&A with Jason Essenberg, VP of Peak Teams
We spoke with Jason Essenberg, Vice President of Peak Teams, to get his expertise on the details of this new solution and how companies can leverage Peak Teams for big results.
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Summer 2022 recruitment trends
Worker shortages continue to plague businesses across the nation. If you’re looking to recruit new workers, staying up on the latest recruitment trends can help you stay competitive.
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Recruiting in 2022: Navigating a Challenging Labor Market [Webinar]
Watch Staff Management | SMX Recruiting Marketing Director Avi Silverberg as he discusses current workplace recruiting trends, strategies, retention and best practices in this new webinar.
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Mind of the Associate: What are employees looking for now? [Guide]
What are employees looking for now? What can companies do to adapt to this changed market? We’ll discuss all of this and more in our Mind of the Associate guide.
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Staff Management | SMX and SIMOS Solutions’ Stafftrack® Mobile App Wins HR Tech Award for Innovation
The Stafftrack® Mobile App, Staff Management | SMX and SIMOS Solutions’ workforce management technology, was named a winner of a 2022 HR Tech Award in the Talent Acquisition category.
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