
Neutral vendor managed services can be a transformational for the manufacturing industry by optimising the management of agency labour, improving workforce efficiency, and reducing downtime. These services act as an unbiased facilitator between manufacturers and various recruitment agencies, ensuring a streamlined process for hiring temporary or contract workers, which minimises disruptions and maximises productivity.
For instance, a manufacturer operating assembly lines could leverage neutral vendor managed services to manage relationships with multiple labour agencies, ensuring a steady supply of qualified workers during peak production periods or to cover for unplanned absences. This centralised approach simplifies the hiring and onboarding process, ensuring workers with the necessary skills and certifications are available when needed, while also maintaining compliance with industry and safety standards.
Datum work with some of the UK’s largest manufacturers.
The challenges that this sector faces in relation to agency labour are as follows;
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Multiple locations
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Challenging geographies
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Niche skills required
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Lack of control over hours worked and costs
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Lack of consistency on standard of workers
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Potential false self-employment risks
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Late invoicing and lack of management information
Our clients in this sector include;
Moreover, neutral vendor managed services can help manufacturers adapt to fluctuations in production demands by providing access to a diverse pool of agency labour. This enables manufacturers to quickly scale their workforce up or down, optimising costs without compromising on the quality or timeliness of production. Additionally, the use of data analytics by these services can offer valuable insights into labour performance, helping manufacturers make informed decisions about workforce planning and improve overall operational efficiency.
Datum work with some of the UK’s largest manufacturers.
The challenges that this sector faces in relation to agency labour are as follows;
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Multiple locations
-
Challenging geographies
-
Niche skills required
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Lack of control over hours worked and costs
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Lack of consistency on standard of workers
-
Potential false self-employment risks
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Late invoicing and lack of management information
Our clients in this sector include;

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Pilgrims' Friend Society
Pilgrims' Friend Society faced significant challenges with the use of agency labour in its business. This was primarily because it had multiple agency relationships in each of its 11 locations.
Using so many suppliers meant that they were working on many different terms and conditions, they had a myriad of charges in place and there were concerns over legal compliance and the legitimacy of how the workers were being paid.
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