[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”auto” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” custom_css_main_element=”.blog-toc ol, .blog-toc ul {|| list-style-type: decimal!important;||}||.blog-toc ul {|| list-style-type: disc!important;||}||||.blog-toc {||margin: 0!important;||}” sticky_enabled=”0″]In this article, we\u2019ll dive into the significance of effective labor planning in warehouse operations, emphasizing that the right workforce is pivotal for efficiency and customer satisfaction. Through this read, we’ll guide you on how to navigate the challenges of labor shortages, the importance of strategizing for future hurdles, and the role of technology in optimizing labor planning.<\/p>\n
Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/p>\n Regardless of the size of your warehouse operations or the number of orders coming in through your ecommerce channels, there\u2019s one commonality between all fulfillment operations: the importance of proper labor planning. After all, your employees are your greatest asset and a failure to have the right number of workers or skills supporting your business can make or break warehouse efficiency<\/a> and customer satisfaction.<\/p>\n For manufacturers and warehouse operators, labor shortages and competitive labor sourcing have become the new reality. According to Modern Shipper, 73% of warehouse operators cannot source enough labor to meet the needs of their business. Moreover, Capstone Logistics reported that the average churn rate for warehouse associates is 60%.<\/p>\n Labor shortages aside, warehouse labor planning is an important process that helps you prepare for future challenges, analyze employee competencies to ensure goals are met, and reduce costs stemming from ineffective hiring processes. Let\u2019s break down three easy ways to improve labor planning, as well as how to attract and keep top performing employees.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Contents<\/p>\n A major factor in successful labor planning is data. You need to be able to take stock of your current labor force, as well as your future operational needs in order to make an effective labor plan. Informed decision-making starts with evaluating where your operations stand and the direction you want to go. Once you know that, you can build out an ideal staffing plan unique to your business.<\/p>\n Start by calculating your churn rate. This helps you understand the overall turnover of employees as your existing employees leave and new ones get hired. Understanding this percentage provides a foundation for planning needs and insights into how aggressive your hiring efforts need to be. If you conduct exit-interviews, this would be the time to investigate what\u2019s motivating your employees to leave.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” module_class=”center-vertically” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#eef1f8″ background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”#6717cd 51%|#0b0b0b 100%” width=”100%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”42px|auto|45px|auto|false|false” custom_padding=”30px|40px|30px|40px|false|false” border_radii=”on|12px|12px|12px|12px” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_vertical=”0px” box_shadow_blur=”10px” box_shadow_color=”rgba(74,75,109,0.09)” global_module=”3761″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” header_3_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size_tablet=”30px” header_3_font_size_phone=”20px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]\n
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Step One: Create a Staffing Plan<\/h2>\n
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