This Dayforce research spotlights how manufacturing leaders can overcome workforce challenges amid labor shortages and technological disruption. Survey data reveals misalignment between executives and frontline teams: 75% of leaders believe employees are satisfied, while only half of managers agree. Manual scheduling and outdated systems reduce productivity. The report urges empowering managers through automation, self-service scheduling, and predictive analytics to enhance retention, operational agility, and workforce resilience in high-demand environments.

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