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The Wacky World of Commissions

Commission is absolutely the most incredulous foolery in the business world!  It’s absurd, irrational and in more simple terms – lunacy.  Some plans are so complex that even the sales reps who are the recipients don’t understand them.  Others take banks of accountants to figure out.  Many are computed manually because due to the outrageous … Continued

Automated Business Designs Named One of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2018

Staffing software developer honored for exceptional company culture for the third consecutive year. CHICAGO, Illinois—Automated Business Designs, Inc. (ABD), developer of Ultra-Staff staffing software was named one of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2018. This is the third consecutive year ABD has been awarded this prestigious honor. The Best and Brightest … Continued

“March Madness” in the Workplace

It’s that time of year again. Winter is officially behind us and it’s time to look ahead to the joys of spring. Not only are we delighted for the change in season, but the country is also celebrating the start of the NCAA March Madness Basketball Tournament!!!

Staffing- 30 Great Years!

It’s hard to believe that our company has been involved in the staffing industry for 30 years.  As I look back there are so many fond memories of the people that we have worked with. The best part of working with the staffing industry is the people. The people of staffing are innovative so we … Continued

How Staffing Agencies Can Avoid the Notorious ATS Black Hole

The dreaded ATS black hole. We have all experienced it more than we would like to admit at one point or another. Candidates fear that their resumes and information will get lost among the thousands of entries in the database, and recruiters claim that they can never find anybody with their systems. With thousands and … Continued

Ultra-Staff Staffing Software: Manage Assignments Easily and Get Results

Years ago, Automated Business Designs recognized the importance of automating processes to propel staffing firms into using quicker and more streamlined business practices to meet their goals. One common goal that not only resonates in the staffing industry but for any business owner is, “How can things be accomplished more efficiently in both time and … Continued

What Happened to My Data?

For months, this is the moment you have been waiting for. It’s “live day” on the new software! Everyone has been anticipating the big unveiling. You’re nervous. After all, you had a major role in selecting the software. You’re the one that has been telling everyone how great everything is going to be. It was … Continued

I Love Traffic! Who Knew?

I hail from Chicago, city of almost 3 million, with over 9 million in the Chicago Metropolitan area making it 3rd largest in the US. Along with people comes traffic – lots of it. Usually I leave the office a little later in order to avoid the “heaviest traffic” but it’s still always busy. As … Continued

Impressive Service Wins Business

I have been to my share of luxury resorts and hotels throughout the United States and Europe. These places are always fabulously decorated, professional and accommodating. Most of the people are polite and the amenities are always better than your average place. When you are paying extra you of course raise the bar for expectation. … Continued

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