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5 Must-Have Features for Retail WFM

Written by Mat Diab | Oct 13, 2025 at 2:45 PM

Most retailers know the pain of constant schedule changes, missed breaks, and time theft slipping through the cracks. But the real challenge is having the right WFM system that can anticipate them before they happen.

In this clip, Mat Diab breaks down the five most essential capabilities any retail WFM platform needs to operate at scale and stay compliant: accurate demand forecasting, schedule optimization, agile change management, secure time capture, and built-in compliance mechanisms that make payroll smoother.

In this clip, you will learn :

  • Why forecasting is the backbone of retail labor planning
  • How real-time schedule optimization helps reduce fatigue and burnout
  • Why time capture can’t rely on trust or outdated tools
  • How all of it ties back to compliance, payroll accuracy, and labor cost control

Modern retail is fast, but the right WFM stack helps you stay one step ahead.