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SPOOKY SIGN 4: Outdated classification reviews and growth by acquisition

SPOOKY SIGN 5: Call centre crisis

Call centre employees often work different hours than other employees, including weekends or extended shifts during busy periods like Christmas. This can lead to underpayments if overtime, allowances, or penalties for insufficient breaks between shifts are missed. Payroll teams can use specialised time and attendance to monitor irregular hours, overtime, and shift penalties. This allows them to conduct regular reviews and update pay records to ensure all entitlements are properly applied based on the unique conditions of their work.

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different duties, necessitating a review of their classifications. To prevent misclassification of employees, regularly review employee entitlements to match their current roles to ensure accurate and compliant pay.

“One of the scariest aspects of workforce compliance is the potential cost of getting it wrong. Businesses must understand that compliance is an ongoing commitment, not a one-off task.”

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