Modern businesses integrate software to connect every operational facet, from factory machinery to financial tools. However, the most crucial element—people—are often sidelined, impacting safety and efficiency. Addressing this gap in worker productivity requires advanced tools, which QAD has achieved by acquiring Redzone, the leading Connected Workforce Solution, to form QAD Redzone.
QAD Redzone’s mission is to create a Connected Workforce that leverages digital technologies to enhance worker productivity, simplify operations, and foster job satisfaction. This human-centric approach is crucial as the talent gap widens, exacerbated by an aging workforce and the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Deloitte projected in 2018 that less than 50% of manufacturing positions would be filled by 2028, a gap exacerbated by the pandemic’s disruption of the labor market.
Connected Workforce solutions not only close this talent gap but also improve worker satisfaction and retention. As worker expectations shift toward more meaningful and supportive job experiences, these solutions offer fulfilling roles that attract and retain skilled employees. This aligns with Industry 5.0’s human-centric ethos, which emphasizes sustainable, societal benefits.
QAD’s acquisition of Redzone in early 2023 aligns with our commitment to agile, data-driven enterprises. Redzone’s technology has already proven effective, boosting productivity by 29%, improving employee engagement by 74%, and reducing turnover by 32%. With expectations for rapid growth in the Connected Workforce market, QAD Redzone is poised to advance digital transformation in manufacturing.
Looking ahead, QAD Redzone will enhance learning, reliability, collaboration, productivity, and compliance. By transitioning from paper-based methods to digital solutions, QAD Redzone supports real-time problem-solving, proactive maintenance, and improved safety. The Connected Workforce movement represents a pivotal shift towards solving industry challenges and maximizing productivity, marking a transformative step in workforce management.
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