Agencies are among the best at managing remote employees but it still introduces challenges. It's much easier when you have the right tools.

When remote working was on the rise, we discussed the importance of using technology to overcome challenges of a remote and hybrid workplace in “Successfully Managing Remote Employees” and “Making Remote Work.”

When workflows rely on paper it’s especially challenging to manage processes remotely. Even when employees don’t work remotely, this practice is inefficient and wasteful. Read “Why it Pays to go Paperless” for examples of how going paperless can boost efficiency. An automated document manager is essential and will eliminate the need for paper documents and physical files. "Automating Document Management" will describes how this feature can store files and keep everything organized.

Even paperless agencies rely on manual processes all too often. Using spreadsheets for project schedules, media flowcharts or reports are common practices where agencies experience inefficiencies. Read “Integrated Project Management” and “The Benefits of an Integrated Media Workflow” for more on how a central hub ensures everyone has access to current data in real-time from any location.

Printing draft invoices for approval slows the billing process, which ultimately delays receiving payments (which can be very costly). Automated paperless billing approval streamlines communications, making the process seamless for accounts, media and accounting teams.

Good, clear communication is the core of successfully managing remote teams. Examples of remote working fails are almost always caused by poor communication. Check out this article, “Five Tips for Better Team Communication” ; always relevant, especially in remote scenarios.

When workflows rely on paper it’s especially challenging to manage processes remotely. Even when employees don’t work remotely, this practice is inefficient and wasteful. Read “Why it Pays to go Paperless” for examples of how going paperless can boost efficiency. An automated document manager is essential and will eliminate the need for paper documents and physical files. "Automating Document Management" will describes how this feature can store files and keep everything organized.

Even paperless agencies rely on manual processes all too often. Using spreadsheets for project schedules, media flowcharts or reports are common practices where agencies experience inefficiencies. Read “Integrated Project Management” and “The Benefits of and Integrated Media Workflow” for more on how a central hub ensures everyone has access to current data in real-time from any location.

Printing draft invoices for approval slows the billing process, which ultimately delays receiving payments (which can be very costly). Automated paperless billing approval streamlines communications, making the process seamless for accounts, media and accounting teams.

A central calendar is essential for any organization and is even more critical when any staff members work remotely. If your calendar is integrated with your project management platform, it takes on a more important role. Managers can see everyone’s assignments in a visual timeline view, making their day-to-day responsibilities much easier. Learn more about the benefits for project managers in “The Power of a Connected Calendar”.

The Advantage agency management system is an all-in-one solution purpose-built for agencies and creative teams of all sizes.

We’ve been exclusively focused on helping our clients maximize productivity, efficiency and profitability for over 40 years, with almost a thousand agencies counting on us to help run their business every day.

With Advantage you get a team of US-based agency veterans supporting you every step of the way.  

Find out how Advantage can help you by contacting us for a complimentary demo or discussion about your unique needs.