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What's absent in absence management?

Edward L Anderson

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|April 9, 2004

Summary

Effective absence management requires more than current strategies. Employers must cultivate a present and committed workforce, minimize absences, and leverage technology to connect attendance to financial outcomes.

Area of Science:

Occupational Health
Human Resources Management
Business Administration

Background:

Current absence management strategies (attendance, disability, benefits, wellness) are insufficient.
There is a need for a more comprehensive approach to workforce management.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the limitations of existing absence management practices.
To propose an enhanced strategy for managing workforce absence.

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Main Results:

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Conclusions:

Employers should shift focus from reactive absence management to proactively building a present and committed workforce.
Integrating technology to quantify the financial impact of absences is crucial for strategic decision-making.