The Bradford Factor is a much-disputed HR mathematical calculation used to judge employee absenteeism without the human factor, but is the Bradford Factor effective? While it is true that unauthorised absences can have an adverse effect on your business, taking action against staff that are constantly calling in sick without being unfair is difficult. Staff […]
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What is a ‘good or ‘bad’ Bradford Factor score?
If you have worked in HR, then chances are at some point you have encountered or heard of the Bradford Factor. To answer the question of what is a ‘good’ or ‘bad’ Bradford Factor score? We must first understand the calculation behind the rating. The Bradford Factor is worked out using the Bradford Formula. […]
Is the Bradford Factor Fair?
The Bradford factor has been around since the early 1980’s as a means of measuring worker absenteeism, but is the Bradford factor fair? There are many factors which contribute to the arguments for and against the Bradford factor. As a formula, the Bradford factor removes the human element from the equation. Emotion is cast aside […]
What is the Bradford Factor?
What is the Bradford Factor? The Bradford Factor is a formula used in human resource management as a means of measuring worker absenteeism. It follows the theory that frequent short unplanned absences are more disruptive than longer absences. It is originated from Bradford University School of Management in the early 1980’s. Many businesses across the […]
Why you should have a flexible time and attendance tracking system
Flexible working is becoming increasingly popular across all industries, but with this popularity comes new difficulties for employers. A flexible time and attendance tracking system is very effective at tackling the challenges of applying workforce solutions which allow your business to be in more control of your workforce and focusing on the flexibility of the time and attendance system. […]