Webalo's Connected Worker Platform catalyzes efficiency and excellence in manufacturing, optimizing key operational areas with precision.

In the dynamic landscape of Industry X.0 (IX), Connected Worker initiatives have emerged as key strategic endeavors, rivaling even the adoption rates of Connected Operations, Assets, and Products. This shift underscores the essence of IX as a comprehensive business transformation fueled by technology, which demands an approach that melds technology with the human element, process optimization, and adept change management.

The Role of a Frontline-Workforce Platform in Attracting and Retaining Workers

A recent post from Accenture points out that there were 10.1 million job openings in America as of August 2022 and that attracting frontline workers remained a major challenge for businesses.

It seems almost paradoxical that most workers are looking for extra work to cover inflation while most organizations claim to have workforce shortages and are making active efforts to engage new people while trying their best to retain existing workers. The data presented shows that these organizations aren’t doing enough to attract and retain talent. Accenture highlights how this situation can be improved and how, by making certain changes, even smaller companies can develop thriving, capable, and technologically forward-looking workforces that deliver the best possible KPI results.

Understanding 2023 Tech Trends:

Manufacturers have invested massively in technology and automation since the start of the pandemic in order to confront the challenges that accompanied this global phenomenon. Now, at the beginning of 2023, high inflation and market volatility have hit businesses hard, and companies are prioritizing digital tech and process automation investments, with some companies cutting their initial investments.