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Absenteeism encompasses many aspects, ranging from clear procedures on interview techniques to establishing a culture of trust. On this page, you will find inspiring expert views, practical articles and honest testimonials on absenteeism.
The absenteeism case manager, your absenteeism policy troubleshooter
The employability of employees is vital to ensure productivity in any workplace. To this end, employers are focusing on well-being and trying to reduce absenteeism. However, a lack...
Monitoring absenteeism data: make it easier with absenteeism software
43% of Belgian companies do not track their absenteeism data. This was established by a survey conducted by Mensura and research firm Indiville. A mere 6% use...
A proactive absenteeism policy: the importance and benefits for your business
Belgian companies usually have clear procedures for reporting sick leave, which are well-known among their employees. But there are still good opportunities to improve how absences are followed...
Ask Bart: ‘How can my absenteeism policy continue to pay off?’
Setting up a sustainable positive absenteeism policy is an important first step in getting your absenteeism rates down, but it shouldn’t stop there. To continue to ensure good...
Reducing absenteeism: Diest uses Mensura approach to make an impact
The City of Diest really started to worry when Mensura’s analyses showed that absenteeism was excessive in some departments. That’s when all the stakeholders rallied behind a single...
Absenteeism software: why it’s a must-have for any modern HR policy
“Employers need an effective absenteeism policy, but are often unaware that software can support them in this.” - Diederik Benders, CEO of Otherside at Work. Together with Mensura...
5 persistent misconceptions about absenteeism disproved
“Absenteeism isn’t all that relevant.” “An absenteeism policy costs too much time and money.” “Surely absenteeism is mainly administrative follow-up?” There are numerous misconceptions about absenteeism and absenteeism...
Ask Bart: “Quick wins & long-term goals associated with an absenteeism policy”
A robust, positive absenteeism policy has all kinds of favourable effects: healthy and happy employees, lower work pressure, reduced absenteeism costs, increased productivity, and more. Some effects can...
Absenteeism explained
Which absenteeism figures should I monitor? How often is this necessary? What if an employee does not want to engage in an absence interview? In ‘Absenteeism explained’, our experts answer your most frequently asked questions about absenteeism.
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