"Retain Cloud has completely transformed how we manage our workforce. Engagement costing is now available in real time, scheduling is effortless, and remote access has made resource planning significantly easier."
Engineering firms know the challenge well: hitting high utilisation rates is harder here than in almost any other discipline. In fact, just 4.5% of engineering firms achieve 90%+ utilisation, compared with 16.8% across the wider consulting market.
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What is resource allocation? Expert insight for a balanced workplace
Let’s unpick resource allocation. Starting with a quick definition of what is resource allocation, we’ll then dive into best practices to balance operational efficiency with employee wellbeing.
Written by Rahat AhmedResource Management Growth Leader
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Why and how should you improve resource scheduling
In this guide, we’ll explore both the WHY and the HOW of improving resource scheduling. So you can assess whether your organisation needs to take a leap forward, fast.
Written by Rahat AhmedResource Management Growth Leader
General
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Elevating resource management: Enhanced scenario planning and accountability
When it comes to resource management, scenario planning is a critical strategy. But what if scenario planning itself could be more intuitive, flexible, and powerful? That's exactly what Retain aims to achieve with its latest release.
Written by Rahat AhmedResource Management Growth Leader
Resource Planning
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5 expert tips + free resource plan Excel template
In this article, we'll explore resource planning in Excel best practices, help you to kick-start your planning with our templates, and even weigh up whether upgrading to specialised software makes sense.
Written by Rahat AhmedResource Management Growth Leader
Resource Planning
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Understanding resource capacity planning
In this guide, we'll delve into resource capacity planning insight and best practices, backed by expert insights from Retain.
