The issue with manufacturing has always been that it takes too long to embrace new technologies for employee engagement. Rather, it focuses more on production output and cost control. The reason? The industry primarily experiences high turnover due to fluctuating demands. Owing to endless risk factors, safety, and compliance have taken the spotlight and relegated employee engagement and satisfaction to
In the dynamic human resources (HR) domain, efficiency is the one holy grail that modern organizations chase endlessly. Yet, when HR teams work endlessly to boost employee engagement, facilitate business processes, and improve compliance, some unseen and unavoidable wastes reduce workforce productivity and morale. These hidden wastes creep into HR activities and reduce effectiveness. In these cases, lean operations can
In a highly competitive market scenario, the onus of offering high-quality products and services depends on effective employee productivity. However, it cannot be made functional without top-notch internal communication systems in place. With the latest developments in diverse working styles, text messaging is gaining ground as a methodical tool to promote operational excellence. Forbes recently published an article that stated
Miscommunication in the workplace can have expensive consequences. Studies show that poor workplace communication can cost companies millions annually. As we enter a new year, workplace dynamics continue to evolve, with hybrid models and remote teams becoming the norm. Clear and consistent team communication strengthens relationships and enhances productivity. However, with scattered teams and a variety of communication tools, keeping everyone on the same
“The most important thing to do if you find yourself in a hole is to stop digging,” Warren Buffett. Warren defined crisis management in highly eloquent words. Operating a business, whether big or small, involves encountering challenges and crises along the way. The key to effective crisis management lies in understanding that every crisis holds an opportunity to grow and
If intranets were important to organizational functions before the pandemic, they became a vital component during and after the pandemic receded. With the digital evolution of the workspace, the company intranet now provides several key functionalities to the daily workspace operations to make tasks easier. For example, the intranet makes access to information quicker and easier for the employees and
