It’s not enough to save money and use resources wisely in today’s fast-paced business world; operational efficiency also means building businesses that will last. Operational efficiency refers to how well a company can lessen its impact on the environment while still making the most money and getting things done. This two-pronged method not only helps the environment, but it also follows the stricter environmental rules that are becoming the norm and cuts costs.

Employee performance metrics have always played a role in decision-making. However, in the Industry 4.0 era of technology-enabled efficiency, a business’s ability to gather, analyze and action employee performance data has evolved. This has elevated the importance of employee performance metrics in strategic decision-making. In part, that’s because employee performance is directly linked to operational outcomes, which means efficient employees are good for business.

In today’s digital landscape, maximizing your software investments is crucial for businesses of all sizes. Vivantio’s Software Asset Management (SAM) services help you streamline compliance, cut costs, and optimize your software usage. This article explores the benefits of their SAM solutions and how they can empower your organization’s managed services to take control of your software assets.

Zendesk today announced it completed its acquisition of Klaus, the industry leading AI-powered quality management platform. The acquisition of Klaus is the latest addition to the company’s existing WEM solutions which includes Tymeshift, a modern workforce management tool built exclusively for Zendesk.

Collaboration is key for any successful team. However, with competing priorities and busy schedules, it can be hard for team members to align and work together effectively. That’s where “Ways of Working” meetings come in. These regular touchpoint meetings provide a structured way for teams to build stronger working relationships. So, how do “Ways of Working” meetings accomplish this?

You would be hard-pressed to find a team leader today who acknowledges being a micromanager. But they’re out there and doing untold damage to morale, productivity and profit potential. Micromanagement’s most immediate impact is on employee engagement levels. Feeling controlled, undervalued and unable to make decisions, employees withdraw or leave altogether. But the influence goes far beyond disgruntled employees.

Modern companies generate a mind-boggling amount of data but only use a fraction. It’s estimated that by 2025, we will produce, consume, share, and store over 180 zettabytes of data. That’s 180 trillion gigabytes zooming around the information highway. And yet, 44% of employees can’t find the data they need to do their job. They waste 36% of their day looking for and consolidating information scattered between 4-11 platforms.