Every business aims to optimise functionality and efficiency. Yes, we’re talking about the ‘do more with less’ euphemism. Maximising the ability for employees to focus their time and energy in the most critical areas of the business, reaching corporate objectives, all while reducing spend and [...]
The casual workforce is a sporadic, intensive and ever-changing. With such vastly moving structural dynamics, there is a significant need for management to help develop a sense of consistency and foundational support for casual employees. A part of this is prioritising the promotion of employee [...]
The workforce is an ever-changing environment. From the rise of the gig economy, to the vast growth of technological advancements; there’s lots to keep up with. At ShiftMatch, we understand that managers are busy enough, without the added pressure of trying to fill unexpected roster [...]
The Australian workforce looks different than it did in the past and the mindset of employees is changing. Gone are the days of the regimented 8 to 5 work schedule, as workers move away from more traditional permanent arrangements and opt for hours that suit [...]
Training casual staff is critical to the development and overall efficiency of an organisation, yet there’s often reluctance shown towards it. Why? Because training entails resources, time, materials and can be a costly exercise. However, when the workplace operates using technologies like ShiftMatch, regular training [...]
Casual employees are important to organisations of all sizes, and these workers make up approximately one-quarter of Australia’s entire workforce. With long shifts, irregular hours and minimal contractual commitment, there can be a level of long-term uncertainty. This is why management needs to place due [...]
There is absolutely no denying the power of technology in increasing workplace productivity, improving internal communications and helping managers to make better, faster decisions. But with the introduction of technical innovations, comes the sceptics and naysayers, who are resistant to adopting new technologies. For many [...]
Communication is undeniably one of the most important aspects of management in an organisation. Not only does communication help to keep employees informed, but it also creates a culture of open dialogue and empowers them to take ownership of the flow of information. Effective communication [...]
The casualisation of Australia’s workforce has been topical in recent years, with more than two million Australians or one-quarter of the workforce, now casually employed. This shift challenges the structural norm of the 8 to 5 model, indicating there is no ‘one size fits all’ [...]
Have you ever been asked to “do more with less”? In many organisations, it’s a euphemism that often means you need to produce the same results with less staff, less resources and less money. "Doing more with less" is the common aspiration for many of [...]
