2021 is here, and with many hoping for change this year, we are still preoccupied with the circumstances that Covid-19 has brought upon us in 2020. Protocols, restrictions, social distancing, and other limitations still remain. However, for many businesses, there is a positive takeaway from the experiences Covid-19 has presented us with.  

The pandemic has shaken businesses to the core, opening the doors to new thought processes. Although we may not be able to predict the future, planning for the future is an essential part of maintaining productivity and success.  

Uncover the Opportunity 

It can be difficult to find positives within an unfortunate and difficult time. However, there is an overall awareness of the setbacks countless people are facing. This is a unique opportunity to take advantage of, as we may never experience such a worldly impact again in our lifetime.  

Business Plan 

Take this time to break down your business practices to assess the current structure of your organization. With a lull in social activity and interaction, now is a great time to eliminate outdated approaches and let go of employees who are holding your organization back from accomplishing newly set goals.  

Search for Skillsets 

As you build a new business plan, narrow down the employee skillsets you believe will lead your business towards the goals you have set. Many talented and capable individuals were let go during the pandemic, leaving the pool of potential hires, large and abundant with talent.  

Remote Work Persistence 

Covid-19 has resulted in an increase in the number of remote workers that now work from home or in some other remote capacity. For some, working from home presented challenges, stemming from a lack of preparedness to migrate into a remote setting. For others, remote work has been a benefit to organizations as they have found ways to remain efficient and profitable during these times.  

5 Proven Benefits of Remote Work For Companies 

According to Forbes, (5) proven benefits of remote work for companies include: 

1. Productivity–Teleworkers are an average of 35-40% more productive than their office counterparts, and have measured an output increase of at least 4.4%. 
2. Performance–With stronger autonomy via location independence, workers produce results with 40% fewer quality defects. 
3. Engagement–Higher productivity and performance combine to create stronger engagement, or in other words, 41% lower absenteeism. 
4. Retention–54% of employees say they would change jobs for one that offered them more flexibility, which results in an average of 12% turnover reduction after a remote work agreement is offered. 
5. Profitability–Organizations save an average of $11,000 per year per part-time telecommuter, or 21% higher profitability. 

Workforce Management Technology

With the changes and challenges facing businesses today, many are turning to technology and automation for assistance. Workforce management software provides the tools necessary to maintain business productivity accountability and efficiently even in a remote work environment 

Workforce management software contains many features that include: 

Cloud Technology – The cloud database stores all information in a protective, yet easily accessible space. The cloud can be accessed with any device and with permitted use, anyone can view the stored data. This makes for simplified communication on shift and schedule changes and keeps everyone in the loop.  

The cloud also records data to issue an analysis of progress to visualize where your business needs assistance and where it is succeeding.   

Contactless Technology – Recording employee hours is simple with a device that allows staff to punch in and out. However, with Covid-19, cross-contamination is a fear in most work spaces, as employees share a device to record their hours. With contactless timeclocks, employees do not need to physically touch the device to punch in and out. This ensures safety and reduces the chance of contracting the virus.

Payroll Preparation – Provide your payroll provider with all the information they need to correctly pay employees the first time. Store payroll data to look back when errors occur and to keep track of expenses.

Implementing a workforce management software system is the best way to keep track of all processes while simplifying tasks. This enables more room for employees to focus on more important tasks.

VCS Intelligent Workforce Management – Remote Capabilities 

Our state-of-the-art time & labor management software allows employees to punch in and out remotely, enables managers to track their daily activities in real-time, and more. 

Easily measure engagement in project related tasks to ensure business operations are always running smoothly and deadlines are being met. 

Eliminate the need to micro-manage staff with 100% visibility to daily activities.

These tools can aid your business when it comes to decision making and will ultimately offer your business a support system to remain productive and prepared no matter the circumstance. 

Visit https://www.vcssoftware.com/ to learn more about our products and services that will benefit your workforce management needs.

About VCS  
VCS provides public and private sectors with ultramodern workforce management tools that better manage their most complex workforce management needs and tedious business processes. Backed by 20 years of experience, VCS’ platform boasts industry-specific products and services, carefully crafted to make employee management, time & attendance, human resources, and payroll easier for the entire workforce.