“I’m not sure whether workforce management software is right for my care home”

We often hear this from care homes every time we ask them about implementing a workforce management (WFM) solution. Increased productivity, reduced costs, better compliance, improved employee engagement and a happier team - there are a lot of perks associated with WFM software. However, care homes, nursing homes and social care organizations are still hesitant to the idea of investing in a workforce management solution. That is why we are here to separate facts from fiction.

Read on this blog to discover the truth behind the common misconceptions about workforce management.

Myth 1: It takes too much time to implement a workforce management solution

Truth: We agree to the fact that implementing a new system takes time as setting up everything and getting it to work perfectly demands detailed planning. Even though, it could be quicker and easier than a legacy system.   And after the initial phase, you can start reaping the benefits WFM system right away, which mainly includes saving several hours of staff time each week.

Myth 2: It is only an employee scheduling tool

Truth: Employee scheduling is one of the many features of workforce management. In fact, modern WFM solutions can address a diverse range of issues associated with leave management, payroll processing, regulatory compliance, timesheets, bank staff hire and many more. An integrated workforce management system would provide you with a unified platform to manage your workforce from anywhere, anytime with ease.

Myth 3: It is only for big businesses

Truth: Digital solutions are beneficial to businesses of any size. No matter whether you are running a small-scale or mid-size care facility, a WFM solution can deliver greater rewards within a few months of its implementation. Moreover, many companies provide customized solutions that are tailored to their client’s specific needs, making it an affordable choice for care homes.

Myth 4: It can be done with spreadsheets

Truth: Spreadsheet is a great digital tool with many benefits, but workforce management is not among them. In fact,  Excel sheets or pen and paper schedules are prone to errors and it does more harm than good. Creating rotas, managing leaves or calculating payroll on a spreadsheet is a time-consuming process that will result in endless errors and a negative impact on employee engagement. On the other hand, a workforce management solution with a centralized system can help you manage every aspect of your workforce performance and engagement efficiently and easily.

Myth 5: It doesn't generate any revenue

Truth: The cost of poor work management, if left unaddressed, can be detrimental. Using an effective workforce management solution improves the team productivity and overall operational efficiency of your care homes. This means it saves on labour costs and unnecessary admin expenses while helping you generate more revenue.

If you would like to learn more about workforce management and how your care home can benefit from it, then get in touch with us. You may book a virtual demo with us and our team can offer you expertise and guidance in addressing the most common challenges of a modern workforce.