Most companies use Excel tables to manage staff absences. For years, this tool has been the most used and indispensable. Today, it is becoming obsolete, modern tools that automate processes are replacing it. However, for some companies, it may seem daunting to move to a new method, even though excel spreadsheets are time-consuming and tedious. As an HR, HRM or Manager, you may find it hard to take a step towards a modern solution. The time has come to make that step, as there are many benefits including more control over data and security through personalised access. Other advantages are to be taken into account. In the following article, we compare employee absence management with the HRIS NOVA Smart and Excel solution.
Employee absence management comparison with Excel / NOVA Smart
Excel
- Offers lots of possibilities for layout, form, tables, columns etc.
- Allows you to add as much data as you want on the same page.
- Source of many errors and unreliability as data is entered manually and anyone can access it.
- The loss in global visibility when a lot of data is embedded in it.
- Search for complicated information. With each new data, you need to redo a sheet, so the data is increasingly difficult to find later.
- Execution and tracking of administrative tasks by Excel take a lot of time.
- Difficulty performing data reports.
- No real-time access
- The authorisation of holidays is a manual process, prone to mistakes
- Absences are harder to keep track of and record precisely what reason
NOVA Smart
- Access anytime, anywhere from an online platform or smartphone.
- Managers validate absences from a workflow menu.
- Save time and increase efficiency. NOVA Smart automates a variety of processes. Saving time, which helps improve the efficiency of your offices.
- You and your managers will have access to real-time analytics. Monitor absence trends and stats, you will be able to see at a glance what is going on with your employee’s absences.
- NOVA Smart will help you enforce your absence policy. This will avoid any misunderstandings or conflicts.
With accurate reporting, your staff is held accountable for their absences, and this will highlight any absenteeism which may need to be addressed. - Cutting down on the payroll is one of the most significant benefits. Using an absence tracking system will ensure no overpayments will happen, stop unnecessary overtime and create an efficient schedule.
NOVA Smart absence management is perfect for any size company and any industry. The software is simple to implement and easy to use, so it will not be daunting for employees. The benefits are a more effective and efficient absence management system saving you time and money.
