SafetyCulture
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Workplace operations platform

Retail Workforce Management

Simplify retail operations, standardize workflows, and gain real-time insights to drive efficiency, compliance, and profitability at every store.

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SafetyCulture has helped businesses around the world achieve

50%

improved efficiency in training*
60%

increased audit efficiency*
49%

savings from safety & compliance improvements*

*Reported in Forrester’s study: The Total Economic Impact™ of SafetyCulture’s Operations Platform

Deliver a consistent customer experience

Equip your teams with the tools and knowledge to deliver a great customer experience consistently. By streamlining processes and conducting timely retail audits, you and your teams can address problems faster, maintain high standards, and drive an efficient shopfloor, ultimately leading to happier customers.

“Using paper checklists, no one could see results of audits or the risks associated with poor processes. SafetyCulture allows us to see the results immediately and identify where we need to focus.”

Enrique Espinoza
Process Improvement Manager for Lowe’s

Maintain brand standards

Deliver a great retail experience consistently by streamlining processes across all branches. Digitize brand standard assessments and training courses to communicate changes to operating procedures, visual merchandising, promotions, and more.

“Getting SafetyCulture platform out to 760+ shops, with so many employees was surprisingly easy. It’s not often you get that in a rollout of this magnitude. We rolled it out in a matter of weeks.”

Simon McBurney
Senior Delivery Analyst, Coles Supermarket

Automate workforce scheduling

Empower your workers with advanced scheduling automation that provides visibility into their shifts, improving work-life balance and engagement. Enable real-time adjustments to accommodate unexpected changes without disrupting operations. Reduce schedule conflicts and last-minute changes by aligning workforce needs with demand forecasts.

Optimize work management and execution

Assign tasks dynamically based on real-time store conditions and employee skillsets to maximize efficiency. Automate task tracking to ensure critical operations are completed on time without overwhelming staff. Improve communication by centralizing task updates and feedback in one platform, keeping employees informed and engaged.

Ensure compliance with labor requirements

Promote fair treatment of employees by enforcing rules consistently. Automate compliance monitoring and documentation by embedding legal and regulatory requirements directly into the system. Ensure adherence to wage laws, overtime limits, and union agreements with built-in alerts that flag potential violations.

Drive improvement across your stores

Real-Time Labor Optimization

Task Management

Workforce Optimization

Performance Evaluation & Training Management

Real-Time Notifications & Alerts

Workforce Forecasting & Demand Planning

Integration with HR & Payroll Systems

Multi-Location Workforce Coordination

Employee Attendance & Absenteeism Tracking

Workforce Communication

Employee Engagement

Automated Compliance Auditing & Reporting

Improve customer satisfaction today

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EHS

Health & Safety Management

Keep teams safe on the job while promoting a safety culture across your organization

GRC

Risk & Compliance

Identify, evaluate and mitigate risks to your teams and assets through greater visibility and a data-driven approach.

Quality

Operational Excellence

Optimize processes and drive productivity, greater efficiencies and quality products or services at scale.

ESG

Environment & Sustainability

Digitize SOP’s, reduce waste and adapt sustainability best practices the moment conditions change.

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HR Records

Replace physical documents and avoid the hassle of data loss with digital recordkeeping.

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End of Shift Report Templates

Document your day-to-day operations and handover tasks from one employee to another seamlessly using an end-of-shift report.

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Employee Engagement Survey Template

Streamline the process of gathering employee feedback and insights using downloadable employee engagement survey templates that can be customized for the retail industry.

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Resource Management

Learn how effective resource planning, allocation, and optimization can lead to unparalleled organizational efficiency.

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Training Strategies

Discover the key elements of effective training strategies, from aligning training with organizational goals to choosing the right methods and evaluating outcomes targeted to retail industry needs.

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Workplace Coaching

Learn the importance of workplace coaching to set employees up for success at work.

See how SafetyCulture can help your retail business

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Frequently Asked Questions

Retail workforce management involves optimizing employee scheduling, labor allocation, and resource productivity to meet business demands efficiently. It ensures the right staff are in the right place at the right time, balancing labor costs, compliance, and customer service. Advanced retail workforce management streamlines forecasting scheduling, and compliance tracking, helping retailers maximize efficiency and workforce engagement.

​​Mobile workforce management empowers retail employees and managers with real-time access to scheduling, shift swaps, time tracking, and task assignments. Mobile solutions improve operational agility, reduce administrative workload, and enhance employee engagement. With biometric authentication, mobile retail workforce management software ensures accurate attendance tracking and compliance, creating a more flexible and efficient retail workforce.

Automated workforce scheduling eliminates manual errors, optimizes labor costs, and ensures compliance with labor laws and union agreements. Scheduling aligns staff availability with real-time demand, preventing overstaffing or understaffing. By reducing administrative workload and enhancing employee satisfaction, automation leads to higher efficiency, better customer service, and improved profitability for large retail operations.

Real-time labor optimization uses data-driven insights to dynamically adjust staffing levels based on store traffic, sales trends, and operational needs. By reallocating employees efficiently, retailers can minimize idle time, reduce overtime expenses, and enhance productivity. Integrated with analytics, real-time labor optimization ensures a cost-effective, agile workforce that delivers superior customer experiences.

Key integrations include time and attendance systems, benefits management, tax compliance, and employee performance tracking. Retailers benefit from reduced payroll errors, streamlined operations, and enhanced workforce transparency, leading to higher efficiency and cost savings. Seamless integration with payroll and HR systems ensures accurate time tracking, automated payroll processing, and compliance with labor laws.