To ensure customer safety, many shopping centres and supermarket chains around the world have adopted technology-based staff management solutions. For many establishments, these solutions have proven to be a key factor in efficiently and effectively managing their increased workforce, especially in times like these, when operations need to be monitored and adjusted quickly and without hesitation.

Cleaning and security operations has never been easier to manage remotely with the implementation of staff monitoring and management systems like those offered by UniGuard. This is essential for management who are under pressure due to the increased frequency of cleaning and security rotations necessary to maintain a higher level of hygiene.

Additionally, a good staff management system allows you to easily analyse and adjust staff movement on the fly when required. Such situations that need quick action include:

• General area sanitisation
• In-store basket and trolley cleaning
• Replenishing hand sanitisation stations
• Slip, trip & fall hazards (eg food & beverage spills)
• Quick action in case of a breach in social distancing regulations (eg crowing & queues)
• Contact tracing

Implementing a customised staff monitoring and management system will not only allow you to execute and assign tasks more efficiently. It enables an establishment to analyse and adjust cleaning rotations accordingly, monitor staff compliance, take advantage of an intricate reporting system and make operations as cost effective as possible without compromising staff and customer safety.

UniGuardX offers the following tools to make cleaning and security staff management easier.

• Location Tracking
• Activity Log
• Custom Forms
• Tasks
• Real-Time Alerts
• GPS
• Bluetooth & NFC
• Request Call-Back

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists today for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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The conditions and general layout of a mine usually makes it quite difficult to be able to manage all employees at once. Whether the workers are in a different section of the mine or there is no direct access to them, it is important to keep an open line of communication between all the teams. One of the factors that determines how safe a mine is, is the ability to immediately inform other workers of a potential hazard that may have arisen. This prevents any accidents from occurring and worst of all, someone getting seriously injured.

However, these hazards can be drastically reduced if routine inspections of the mine’s layout and integrity are scheduled. Frequent inspections of the surrounding environment and detailed reporting are the key to identifying any weaknesses within the mine so that any potential dangers can be immediately dealt with and avoided altogether.

This is where the use of a management and tracking system becomes essential. Since there is limited access to some areas and communication can be rather difficult, it would be particularly useful to be able to see all workers in the mine in real time. If an incident should occur, management would know exactly where each employee is and be able to give the appropriate instructions to lead them all to a safer environment.

Scheduled inspections within the mining area would also be able to be remotely assigned, as well as ensuring their completion. Individual reports could be assigned to specific high-risk areas and different sections of the mine, ensuring a regular and detailed log of conditions and potential hazards. These reports would automatically be updated to the server for future review if needed.

Performance monitoring of employees would be made easier as reporting could be done on the go through the application itself. Monitoring performance is crucial in such an industry. Not only will management ensure employee compliance and that all daily tasks are being completed, but by making sure that all workers are doing their job, the safety of other employees would not be jeopardised.

Heavy machinery and equipment are also important to be logged and monitored. Tracking equipment and being able to easily locate it through a simple search on a phone would be especially useful for employees to gain access to it quicker and more efficiently. A GPS tracker on a piece of machinery would result in less time wasted looking for it in harsh conditions and an increased organisational standard within the mine.

The implementation of such a system in these conditions would drastically improve the safety of the environment for the employees while increasing the efficiency of reporting and open communication between different teams, making it easier for operations managers to assign tasks and routine checks. It improves the standard of organisation when it comes to archiving previous reports and handling equipment and machinery.

At UniGuard we pride ourselves in being able to provide customised solutions for such industries, assessing every detail and what is needed to address it. Our goal is to provide the safest possible environment for all workers within an industry, as well as ensuring that the workplace is performing optimally and up to standard.

Interested in finding out more about how UniGuard can work in your workplace? Contact us today.

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Managing and maintaining solar farms can be quite a tedious task, considering that their profitability depends on panels performing optimally at all times. There are numerous elements which can affect the performance of these panels, so a high level of attentive care is required around the clock to ensure the maximum level of output consistently.

Effective management of all operations on the solar farm to ensure dependable performance is crucial for a company to guarantee consistent profitability and minimise maintenance and repair costs. There are various operations which need to be individually addressed in order to maintain this standard. These include:

• Equipment inspections
• Panel component maintenance
• Scheduled panel cleaning
• Environmental maintenance
• Security rotations

Technology to help manage all of these simultaneous operations is extremely helpful for companies to be able to coordinate their tasks and increase efficiency. Task assignment software is beneficial for large workforces as they could be remotely instructed to perform scheduled tasks and also be assigned new ones as they go directly through the application.

Through the adoption of this system, regular reporting would also be made easier as it could be uploaded and saved immediately after the task is completed. This method of instant reporting allows management to oversee, in real time, which jobs have been completed as well as have a log of all past operations for referral if needed. Such a feature would also come in handy in the case of any insurance claims for the provision of proof as well as potentially lowering yearly premiums.

The tracking of company assets is also something which should be taken into consideration to ensure their safety and appropriate use. Specific pieces of equipment built for the sole purpose of maintaining a solar farm can be quite expensive and their maintenance and protection is not something which should be taken lightly.

In the case of vehicles, a tracking and monitoring device can be attached to the electrical system, through which the location can be viewed in real time as well as monitoring their status (ex. fuel lines, water levels). This would also prove beneficial to monitor how the vehicles are being treated by employees as these devices have inbuilt harsh acceleration, turning and breaking sensors. Monitoring such usage and reducing their abuse drastically cuts yearly maintenance costs on company vehicles and equipment.

“Investing in an appropriate strategy to manage daily operations is crucial in such an industry. The consistent monitoring and maintenance required to keep profits high is extensive, so it is of utmost importance that a system is adopted to be able to effectively coordinate your workforce as well as protect your valuable assets.”

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists on (02) 9671 7777 or email us for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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The security industry has had its fair share of technological advancement over the past few years. In order to keep up with the demand of this ever-growing industry, certain technologies had to be applied to aid security companies execute their operations more effectively. Staff management software has revolutionised the way security companies operate, providing all the necessary features to be able to execute any appointed task in time and on the fly.

Rotations

Before any of these technologies were introduced to the industry, all planning, mapping and time scheduling had to be done manually. This created many variables which could negatively affect the execution of the job at hand. With staff management software, the rotations and their intervals could be digitally mapped out, providing visual aid to the patrol officers through their phone, as well as their rotation intervals. This not only helps the patrol officer keep up with routine checks but also gives peace of mind to management that all locations are being monitored and are safe.

Reporting

The days of manually reporting incidents or routine checks on pen and paper are way behind us. Software which caters for the security industries allows reporting to be done efficiently through the application itself. These reports can be customised to provide any required detail of a routine check or an accident. The best reporting systems also have photo capturing features as well as digital signatures to ensure the accountability of the patrol officer or security guard. Rotations are also converted into a report which allows the overseer to ensure that the patrols have been done correctly and on time. These reports are automatically uploaded to the server, eliminating the possibility of alterations or getting lost.

Compliance

One of the issues that many companies were facing in the past, is being able to prove if their employees were being compliant with tasks at hand. The features within today’s software allow management to be able to see where their employees are live, as well as their rotational compliance. This is done through a series of checkpoints which have to be scanned by the patrol officer or guard at a specific time in order to prove that the area was checked. These checkpoint scans are then compiled into a report which provides information such as the time the checkpoint was scanned, as well as any missed checkpoints. This level of reporting assures management that their employees are executing their tasks correctly, on time and not deviating from their work which may cause a potential safety hazard.

Efficiency

Staff management software has dramatically improved the efficiency of security guard operations, allowing reporting, task assignment, rotations and general employee compliance to be monitored or set remotely from a centralised computer system. This not only saves the company time and resources, but also enables the management of multiple operations to be handled with ease. This not only benefits the company, saving them both time and money, but also improves customer satisfaction by delivering the best possible service to their clients.

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists on (02) 9671 7777 or email us for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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As of last year, 14% of total global retail sales were generated through online shopping, estimated at around 1.92 billion digital buyers worldwide. This percentage is expected to rise to 22% by the year 2023. This only means one thing for our fellow courier and delivery service providers. It’s going to be quite a busy couple of years ahead and the numbers are projected to keep on increasing as time goes by.

Due to the increased demand of courier and delivery services, businesses may be facing multiple challenges to keep up with the demand in this highly competitive industry. Some of the most common ones include:

• Late or missing deliveries
• Damaged customer goods
• Vehicle maintenance
• Scheduling
• Managing multiple delivery routes
• Remotely managing employees
• Quick task assignment
• Employee reporting and performance reviews

Overlooked and not acted upon, these issues could be detrimental to the overall performance of the company and could lead to a significant loss in profits.

The Solution?

“Organisation is key if one wants their business to function optimally. When it comes to courier and delivery services, this might be the most important action one should take.”

Modern times require modern solutions. The smartest decision a courier and delivery service manager could make is utilising a platform through which deliveries can be mapped out, assigned to specific employees, and receive consistent delivery status updates. This open level of communication through the platform’s features allows the operations manager to make amendments to the route or assign additional tasks if the situation arises. Reporting would also be a breeze; the most advanced staff management software generates its own internal reporting which could be viewed at any time by the manager or employer.

These features within a platform solve all the issues related to overseeing staff performance remotely and keeping an open line of direct and effective communication, which in turn, saves the employer quite a bit of money as well as improving customer satisfaction with the reduction of late or undelivered packages.

Asset Protection

Most companies will find that a significant money leak which they are unaware of is a direct result of poorly maintained assets. Damages to company property such as vehicles and devices could be easily handled by installing regulatory devices within them. These include:

• GPS devices
• Harsh turning sensors
• Harsh braking sensors
• Speedometer

Luckily, nowadays we possess the technology to incorporate all these features into a single, easily installable device. The instant notification when a vehicle is being inappropriately driven will instigate much higher discretion when employees are making use of company property. Modern devices can also provide other information such as fuel and water levels as well as regular maintenance checks. Once this system is applied, employers will find that they are saving money on vehicle maintenance due to level of diligence that they are driven with. Damaged goods are also directly related to their transportation and handling, this system will also work to protect the customer’s assets, making them less prone to damage by impact or rapid movement.

“Keeping both of these key elements in mind, your courier or delivery service will have all the right arrangements in place to be able to perform optimally, drastically minimising human error, making efficiency a priority, protecting company property and increasing customer satisfaction.”

UniGuardX:

• Location Tracking
• Activity Log
• Custom Forms
• Tasks
• Real-Time Alerts
• GPS Bluetooth & NFC
• Request Call-Back

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists on (02) 9671 7777 or email us for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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As the holiday season approaches, shopping centres and supermarkets are already gearing up in preparation for the influx of customers fulfilling their seasonal shopping spree. Christmas would not be complete without endless shopping carts, full to the brim, with hearty food and gifts for precious loved ones. Keeping customers’ holiday wishes in mind, these establishments are taking extraordinary measures to ensure that everyone gets to enjoy their holiday season routine, even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

Technology based staff management solutions have been adopted by many shopping centres and supermarket chains globally to ensure customer safety. These staff management solutions have proven to be a key factor for establishments to be able to efficiently and effectively manage their increased workforce, especially in times like this, when operations have to be monitored and adjusted quickly and without hesitation.

Cleaning and security operations has never been easier to manage remotely with the implementation of staff monitoring and management systems within establishments.

Taking into consideration the increased frequency of cleaning and security rotations lately, as well as general sanitary precautions, management must be able to easily analyse and adjust staff movement on the fly if necessary.

Situations which require quick action include:

• General area sanitisation
• In-store basket and trolley cleaning
• Replenishing hand sanitisation stations
• Slip, trip & fall hazards (ex: food & beverage spills)
• Quick action in case of a breach in social distancing regulations (ex: crowing & queues)
• Contact tracing

“Implementing a customised staff monitoring and management system will not only allow you to execute and assign tasks more efficiently. It enables an establishment to analyse and adjust rotations accordingly, monitor staff compliance, take advantage of an intricate reporting system and make operations as cost effective as possible without compromising staff and customer safety.”

UniGuardX:

• Location Tracking
• Activity Log
• Custom Forms
• Tasks
• Real-Time Alerts
• GPS Bluetooth & NFC
• Request Call-Back

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists on (02) 9671 7777 or email us for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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