Shiftboard

We’re thrilled to announce that Shiftboard is now part of UKG, the global leader in workforce management. Together, we’ll provide organizations in intensely regulated sectors, like oil and gas, energy, and manufacturing, with a leading AI-first workforce management suite experience centered on an industry-specific scheduling engine to help our customers optimize productivity, efficiency, flexibility, and employee engagement. Learn more at https://ukg.inc/4dJEp9F.

Manufacturers are facing intensifying workforce-related challenges—driven by reshoring, labor gaps, and compliance demands:
-- Not enough skilled workers to fill critical roles
-- Labor costs are rising faster than margins
-- Complex labor strategies and compliance requirements

Outdated employee scheduling tools like spreadsheets can’t keep up.

“You simply can’t manage a modern manufacturing workforce with spreadsheets anymore,” said Travis Shipley, Chief Commercial Officer at Shiftboard. “Today’s labor strategies are far more complex… Scheduling this kind of workforce requires a scheduling solution that is data-driven, agile, responsive, and fully integrated into operational planning.”

Learn why smarter scheduling strategies are now essential for manufacturers to align labor to demand, maximize workforce utilization, maintain compliance, and keep operations running efficiently.

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Why Smarter Employee Scheduling Is Central to Manufacturing’s Comeback U.S. manufacturing is staging a major comeback—but labor shortages and operational inefficiencies threaten progress. Learn why smarter employee scheduling is the key to sustaining momentum and solving workforce gaps.

Workforce agility isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. From absenteeism to shifting labor demand, manufacturers face daily disruptions that put production targets at risk.

Discover five practical strategies to boost workforce agility—without compromising productivity.

5 Ways Manufacturers Can Improve Workforce Agility | Shiftboard Shiftboard's demand-based scheduling capabilities help manufacturers improve workforce agility, boost employee satisfaction and ensure production targets are met.

Applying overtime and time-off policies during scheduling is anything but simple. From balancing employee expectations to avoiding unplanned costs and compliance risks, workforce managers walk a fine line to get the schedule right.

Hidden Complexities of Overtime and Time Off: 5 Quick Scheduling Insights - Shiftboard Overtime and time off are challenging to navigate with large hourly workforces. Workforce scheduling technology can help.

Labor Laws 2025: Key Changes, Wage Hikes & Compliance Updates

As 2025 unfolds, businesses must navigate new labor laws that impact everything from minimum wage increases to AI regulations and worker protections.

Key updates to watch:
✅ Minimum wage hikes in 21 states and 48 localities
✅ Stronger EEOC guidelines on workplace harassment
✅ Changes to overtime exemptions under the FLSA
✅ Stricter H-2A visa requirements for employers
✅ New digital privacy laws affecting AI and personal data

Staying compliant isn't just about avoiding penalties—it’s about fostering an inclusive, forward-thinking workplace.

Get the full breakdown here: https://bit.ly/4hoWkn0

Your Guide to Transforming Employee Scheduling with Technology

What happens once you decide to implement employee scheduling technology? Our new eBook explains the process from RFP development to full adoption, with actionable steps to guide you through every stage of the transition.

Download it today: https://bit.ly/3TWRraZ

Your Roadmap to Automating Employee Scheduling | Shiftboard Discover the roadmap to automated employee scheduling for shift-based workforce operations, including steps for successful implementation and adoption.

NEW WEBINAR! We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar on September 12, "What Manufacturers Can Expect When Transitioning to Automated Employee Scheduling," featuring insights from Shiftboard's Peter Draper and Zaddons' Nathalie Gentile.

Peter and Nathalie will discuss the real-world challenges manufacturers face when shifting from manual to automated employee scheduling. This webinar, hosted in collaboration with Manufacturing Dive will offer practical guidance on navigating the transition to automation, helping you anticipate and overcome common obstacles to ensure a smooth shift.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights from two industry experts—register today and take the next big step towards optimizing workforce operations!

Register here: https://bit.ly/47a0sD9

Confused by the many employee scheduling solutions out there? This comprehensive guide helps you understand your options. It breaks down the four types of solutions available and examines how each meets different organizational needs. Read this guide to:

✅Gain clear insight into each category’s strengths and weaknesses.

✅Learn about ROI potential and strategic implementation tactics.

✅Discover new employee scheduling trends that could fundamentally change how you manage your workforce.

Navigating HCM, Specialists, Generalists, and In-House Solutions for Employee Scheduling LinkedIn Facebook Twitter As enterprise operations face increasingly complex dynamics in workforce management, the demand for effective employee scheduling technology has grown significantly. The marketplace now offers a wide range of solutions, from basic tools to highly specialized technology. Eac...

We're excited to share that we've been recognized as an Innovator to Watch in Jobs for the Future's latest report! This report delves into innovative solutions that employers can adopt to enhance and broaden the support they offer employees, especially those disproportionately affected by the lack of access to essential support such as healthcare, transportation, and childcare.

Following JFF Lab’s rigorous evaluation of 2,000 solutions, we are proud to be recognized as one of nine companies providing innovative solutions that cultivate greater workplace equity.

Learn more: bit.ly/jffsb