7. Streamline Processes and Procedures (Top Tips for Time Management)

Most businesses have routine tasks that need to be executed on a regular basis which take up a large portion of time spent by employees on business activities. Employees may not all use the same or most efficient methodology which could result in unnecessary time spent to complete these tasks. One way to get around this and to save time is to create formal business processes and procedures which all employees should follow:

·         Identify routine tasks or tasks that need to be performed on a regular sporadic basis

·         Determine what the most efficient processes and procedures are to perform these tasks which would take the least amount of time without compromising on the quality of work performed

·         Document these processes and procedures

·         Train all relevant employees in these processes and procedures

·         Test or revisit these processes and procedures on a regular basis to ensure that they are followed and to determine whether they can be improved to increase efficiency

Advantages of creating and streamlining processes and procedures are:

·         Saving time on routine tasks

·         Increased efficiency and productivity

·         Employees know what is expected of them and how to perform the tasks

·         Increased productivity when there is staff turnover – new employees are better informed and trained in how to perform their tasks