Workforce Toolkit
Resources for Economic and Workforce Developers
Below are tools and resources to help you create thriving workforce ecosystems that foster economic growth. Start by choosing which problem you are trying to solve.
Videos
Phifer cut turnover in half, increased its bottom line and showed employees Phifer was investing in them.
Toray hired over 200 employees for a plant expansion and decreased turnover to under 4%.
Success Stories
Berner Foods reduced terminations and nonconforming product by 80% in 2 years
RoyOMartin decreased turnover and saved $270,000 over 3 years
CG Power lowered turnover to 3% and increased production quality
Inova reduced turnover by 75% and saved more than $1.3M in training costs
Infographics
Daikin Reduced Training Time and Costs Throughout its Hiring and Screening Process
Phifer Incorporated Reduces Turnover and Improves Employee Confidence
Success Stories
Boeing improves retention and reduced training time
Glen Raven achieved a 98.3% success rate in its training program and filled 300 positions
Lexington County 911 reduced training costs and turnover by 50%
Gilchrist Construction improved employee retention by 75%
Eastman Improves Quality of New Hire and Builds Quality Talent Pipeline
To build high performance workforce, Eastman uses the ACT® Workforce Solutions to identify the requirements needed for success in their jobs and to get qualified candidates quickly. Learn how this advanced manufacturer saves time and money while preparing individuals for success.
Success Stories
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Tri-County SC lowered its unemployment rate to under 4%
Success Story
Lorain County reskilled workers for employment in emerging industries
ACT WorkKeys for Successful Workforce Development
Businesses and workforce development agencies face skills gaps and challenges to fill jobs and retain employees and industries. These tools help you understand how the ACT® WorkKeys® system can be used in your workforce development programs and explain to businesses how WorkKeys can help them fill jobs more effectively.
Success Stories
West Alabama education and workforce organizations worked together to support area job growth
How the ACT WorkKeys Assessments can work for you
How career readiness credentials help entire communities
Do you have the work skills most sought by employers?
Positive relationship between NCRC level and wages
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#ACTWorkKeys Assessments measure foundational skills required for #workplace success. http://bit.ly/2yAs0nV #jobs
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Join orgs like @PhiferInc who use the #ACTWorkKeysNCRC to reduce training costs and time. http://bit.ly/2iCf7Pt
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Learn how the #ACTWorkKeysNCRC certifies essential skills for workplace success http://bit.ly/2yAs0nV #workforce
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#ACTWorkKeys have been updated to better reflect today's #jobs. How they measure #skills: http://bit.ly/2yAs0nV
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Math is 1 of the 3 critical skills that affect performance in most jobs. http://bit.ly/2zBKMeS #ACTInsights #jobs
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Stand out, demonstrate your #workreadiness, & build earning power with the #ACTWorkKeysNCRC http://bit.ly/2AdDPgc
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Struggling to find qualified applicants? Find the right skills for the right job http://bit.ly/2zmCbff pic.twitter.com/chHB75H2c4 #skillsgap
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Show off your skills with an #ACTWorkKeysNCRC & easily share the certificate with employers http://bit.ly/2AdDPgc
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Do you have the skills employers need? 3 skills to help you get hired: http://bit.ly/2zBKMeS pic.twitter.com/CaIH59jOub #jobs #jobskills
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What does it mean to be #workready? Learn about #ACT Work Readiness Standards & Benchmarks: http://bit.ly/2zhvISZ
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Read how to understand and solve the #skills gap, supported by @ACT & the NWSAB http://bit.ly/2y9oEUN
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