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Sainsbury’s selects Kronos WFM tool

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BANGALORE, INDIA: Kronos Inc., a provider of workforce management solutions, on Monday said that UK-based retailer retailer Sainsbury’s has selected its workforce management solution to control labor costs and improve workforce productivity.

The Kronos solution will manage the time and attendance and scheduling of more than 150,000 colleagues in over 1,000 locations across the UK, said a press release.

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The company further said that Sainsbury’s selected Kronos following an extensive search of the market on the basis of Kronos offering technology that is easy to use; having vast experience in delivering rapid implementations; and a proven track record with large-scale retail implementations. 

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Prior to selecting Kronos, Sainsbury’s managed time and attendance and scheduling through a blend of manual and partially automated processes.

“Kronos software will help us manage and allocate our labor in store and pay our colleagues more effectively, while allowing us to benefit from simplifying our current processes. Improved information will make it easier to provide our customers with fantastic service,” said Rob Fraser, IT director, Sainsbury’s.

Tim Bisley, general manager, Kronos EMEA, said, “It’s essential for retailers to manage the workforce effectively. We’re very pleased to be working with Sainsbury’s on a project that will improve their operational efficiencies and bottom-line results."