According to Gallup analytics, only 12% of U.S. employees say their company does a good job of onboarding. This number is shockingly low for a process that gives new hires their first inside look at the company and their new role. Many employees report that they received no onboarding at all.
Since many firms are now largely remote or hybrid, you need a unique and modern approach to onboarding. Gone are the days of swiveling your chair over to the new hire’s cubicle to train them on a process or answer questions, so it’s necessary to adapt your processes.
coAmplifi’s workforce management software makes it easier to organize the onboarding process and ensure employees feel supported – empowering you to positively impact their new career from day one.
Benefits of Having Well-Defined Onboarding Programs
A solid onboarding program doesn’t just benefit a new hire’s happiness – it also benefits your bottom line. Whether you’re an accounting firm, a management consulting firm, or another professional services provider, here are a few business reasons why you should spend some time on your onboarding program.
Better Retention Rates
According to Zippia, companies that promote collaboration and communication at work have been linked to a 50% lower turnover rate, which means you pay less in hiring costs. coAmplifi’s collaboration tools, such as Fish Tank View, internal social networks, instant messaging, and shared files, can help new hires feel more connected to their coworkers no matter where they work, increasing job satisfaction.
Higher Employee Engagement
Employee engagement has a direct impact on profitability. In fact, companies with a highly engaged workforce are around 23% more profitable.
When new hires see the value of their work right off the bat, they’re more likely to be engaged. coAmplifi’s project management software ties individual tasks to larger company goals so employees can see how their work moves the company forward.
Positive Attitude Toward Their Role & Company
Attitudes are contagious among employees, and they must have reasons to be positive about their role and company. Roughly 70% of employees who had exceptional onboarding experiences claim to have the “best possible job.”
Before a new hire even begins performing the tasks of their role, their outlook can be decided. coAmplifi’s software can also help you avoid common cultural concerns such as micromanagement.
How coAmplifi’s Workforce Management System Can Improve the Employee Experience
While the planning and preparation involved in onboarding can seem daunting, coAmplifi offers solutions to simplify processes while maximizing their effectiveness.
Easier Task Management
Starting a new job with new systems, workflows, and relationships can be overwhelming and confusing. Enter project management tools, which enable HR teams to create and assign personalized onboarding tasks to new team members.
Each task shows clear deadlines and objectives so the new employee can easily understand what’s expected of them and monitor their progress. Client tasks can be assigned alongside their onboarding duties, and seeing who assigned them the task makes it easy to know who to turn to with questions.
One Centralized System
According to Gartner, the average desk worker uses 11 applications to complete their tasks, and 40% of employees use more than that. coAmplifi’s platform reduces the number of applications new employees must learn by keeping all tasks and data in one centralized location.
There’s no need for separate systems for instant messaging, accessing shared documents, or reporting hours worked. This can help new hires acclimate more quickly and easily find their needs.
Getting Up to Speed
New hires can use coAmplifi’s employee communication channels to connect with subject matter experts and get caught up on team projects. They can also see who’s working and who’s taking time off via shared calendars. This can help them set up intro meetings with internal stakeholders and know who’s available for ongoing support.
Improved Alignment
Onboarding can go poorly when coordination between HR, the hiring manager, and other stakeholders is lacking. Without this alignment, the new team member could end up with overwhelming work or none at all.
coAmplifi helps align employees of all ranks, from leadership to entry-level, for better coordination by offering tools that streamline communication and assignment delegation.
Real-time Feedback
Hiring managers can view a new hire’s progress in real-time, meaning feedback can also be given immediately. This prevents tasks from being misunderstood and keeps new hires on the right track. It also fosters a culture of accountability and affirmation.
For example, praising a new hire for a job well done can help improve morale and their view of the firm.
Instantly Streamline Your Onboarding Process With Workforce Management Software
Every new hire deserves a positive onboarding experience, but few receive one. Integrating workforce management software into your onboarding process can help new employees stay organized, connected, and productive.
Instantly streamline your onboarding process with coAmplifi. Schedule your demo now!
