Manufacturing & production
Due to their many advantages, cyclic group schedules are the norm in the manufacturing sector. However, today's workforce demands more flexibility. How can employers sustainably increase flexibility in their schedules? Utilising elements of self-rostering can play a significant role in this.
Fixed basis
Manufacturing employees are used to a system of fixed, predictable shifts and accompanying allowances. To change that for a method that gives employees almost complete influence and control over their schedules is a big step. However, with self-rostering several levels of employee control are possible. To allow a certain degree of personal variation within a group schedule can do a lot of good. It avoids the hassle of a total switch, while at the same time allowing employees to enjoy the benefits of the new methodology: personalised work times that better match their circadian rhythms and private lives.
Flexibility
Manufacturing employeees are used to fixed, predictable shifts and accompanying allowances. Replacing this with a method that gives employees almost exclusive control over their schedules is a big step. However, self-rostering allows for varying levels of employee control. A certain degree of personal variation within a group schedule can have many advantages, such as avoiding the hassle of a complete switch while simultaneously allowing employees to enjoy the benefits of the new methodology - personalised working hours that align better with their circadian rhythms and persona lives.
Transition
At the Self-rostering Factory, our extensive experience in change management is borne of many large-scale projects on behalf of our clients. We understand that implementing self-rostering comes with a variety of social, cultural, and economic implications. We believe in a systematic and methodical step-by-step approach wherein employees, planners, and management can acclimatise to the change over time. Our software solutions allow us to efficiently manage the technical side of the change process.
Sustainable flexibility through self-rostering
Ultimately, self-rostering offers a long list of benefits for manufacturing operations. It provides structural flexibility so organisations can respond more quickly to changing market conditions, and work schedules are designed for shorter time spans to better align with cyclical demand. Giving workers more control over their working hours improves overall well-being and quality of life, as well as boosting employer branding. A happier, healthier, and more engaged workforce is more productive and sustainable, with reduced sick time. With our extensive experience, we can help you map out the most suitable approach to sustainable flexibility through self-rostering.
