Using Gig Economy Technology to Transform Frontline Labor

3 Big Takeaways from this episode:

1. HR technology needs a major disruption: Many companies are using ERP-type systems to manage personnel, but there's better solutions out there. Jason's entrepreneurial background has focused on taking technology from one market and applying it in a market that hasn't seen that tech before, but could greatly benefit from it. That's where we stand with Sh1ft and the frontline labor market: a technology that benefits both employer and employee.
2. Workers can benefit from gig economy tech that can help them find a solid career path: Traditionally, the gig economy has enabled workers to get access to quick, flexible jobs, like Uber drivers. But many of these individuals want more steady, stable careers that offer the same flexibility. That's where Sh1ft comes in. By offering benefits and support from day 1, individuals can start a career with a few clicks on an app that can help them navigate through training, education, and finding the right career path in high-demand industries.
3. Data-driven HR technology can help employers optimize their personnel planning: Employers get the benefit of real-time data on their workforce. They can now connect their production schedule with their personnel schedule to optimize their roster in real-time. The app can monitor an individual's productivity, schedule the optimal team for the job at hand, and avoid unnecessary overtime and overscheduling.