WorkJam, the leading digital frontline workplace solution, has launched Shift Bidding, a groundbreaking feature that revolutionizes scheduling for unionized workplaces and other complex environments. Designed to simplify compliance with union agreements and enhance employee autonomy, Shift Bidding ensures fair scheduling while optimizing operations for businesses.
1. What Is Shift Bidding?
- Enhanced Scheduling: Automates complex scheduling tasks, aligning with union agreements and seniority rules.
- Employee Empowerment: Lets workers view available shifts, rank preferences, and feel confident in fair treatment.
- Business Benefits: Reduces compliance risks, improves staffing, and promotes equitable scheduling.
2. Key Features and Benefits
- Seamless Integration: Compatible with workforce management systems like UKG Pro, Blue Yonder, and ADP.
- Seniority Engine: Ensures schedules honor seniority and fairness.
- Improved Employee Satisfaction: Transparent processes foster trust and reduce turnover.
- Operational Efficiency: Streamlined scheduling minimizes administrative workload.
3. Real-World Impact: Avis Budget Group
- Success Story: Shift Bidding has helped Avis align schedules with employee preferences, cut turnover, and enhance operational efficiency.
- High Engagement: 92% of Avis employees actively use WorkJam, showcasing the feature’s impact on daily operations.
4. Industries That Benefit
- Union-Driven Environments: Grocery, retail, logistics, and services benefit from fair and compliant scheduling practices.
- Broader Applications: Non-union settings with similar fairness and seniority rules also gain operational advantages.
5. Beyond Scheduling: Holistic Workforce Management
- Shift Bidding builds on WorkJam’s existing tools, like the widely-used Shift Swapping feature, by introducing union-focused enhancements.
- Enables businesses to achieve optimal staffing, leading to:
- Higher Productivity
- Increased Sales
- Exceptional Customer Service
WorkJam’s Shift Bidding feature transforms how businesses handle complex scheduling, ensuring compliance, boosting employee satisfaction, and improving operational efficiency. Industries reliant on union agreements can now achieve equitable, transparent scheduling while focusing on delivering excellent service and driving business success.
