The latest news for Staffing
News, November 2024
Autumn updates
Autumn has truly arrived. The trees are changing colors, and the thicker clothes have made their appearance. However, this doesn't mean we're slowing down. In mid-November, it's time for the next version. In this news update, you can read more about the updates:
Simplified management of absence types
You now have greater control over absence types. They have been moved to Administration, which means Administrators can manage them more easily. This allows you to have a better overview of the absence types available in the system and manage them independently when needed. For example, you can specify which types of absence require an application.
You can now find the absence types under Administration -> Settings -> Absence Types.
New design for logging absences on mobile
We have now revamped the design for additional mobile features. This time, it concerns the time-stamping function. We have enhanced the view's appearance, clarified functions and information with icons, and streamlined the process for logging absences. Now, it's easier than ever to stamp time!
Notification of Price Adjustment
In accordance with our current agreement, we would like to inform you that we will implement a price adjustment of 1.3%, based on the development of the LCI (Labour Cost Index, tjm) over the past 12 months. This adjustment is a necessary step to ensure our prices remain fair and that we can continue to deliver high-quality products and services to you. We value your trust and look forward to continuing our long-term relationship. Thank you for your continued support.
This does not apply to new customers from 2024.
Curious to learn more?
Interested in delving deeper than just the highlights presented here? Head over to the version information to explore more details on the latest versions.
News, September 2024
Latest news
In the development department, we have been working tirelessly, and several eagerly awaited updates are almost ready to be rolled out. This September, the next version will be released, and here you can read more about the new features it includes:
Enhancements to the Mobile Interface
It's time to update the design of the mobile interface. The changes provide a more modern look and further enhance user-friendliness. Tabs that are affected include driving log, expenses, and additions.
For those who use the stamping function for tasks/assignments, which allows users to stamp their times on mobile, there are even more updates. We have revamped the view's appearance, clarified functions and information with icons, and made it easier to stamp absences. So now it's simpler than ever to stamp time!
Updates for Employees
We constantly receive feedback from users and explore new ways to facilitate your work. This time, it has led to the implementation of two new features:
- Verification of Swedish personal identification numbers.
- Ability to search for phone numbers in the employee list.
The first feature means that the system now verifies the format of personal identification numbers entered, making it easier to get them right. For the search function, we have made the phone number column searchable. Searches can be performed on the entire number or part of the number.
Changes for how to leave Feedback
For a while, it has been possible to leave feedback through the form linked under the help icon in the menu. Now, this function will temporarily be unavailable. This is due to the work with integrating a new system that will make it even easier to leave and follow up on your feedback.
In the meantime, while the feedback form is unavailable, you can share your opinions and requests via our support.
News, June 2024
Summer news
Even though the weather hasn’t been as summery as we'd hoped, we've arrived at the holiday season - But that doesn't mean progress comes to a halt. Now in June it's time for the next update, and here you can discover more about the exciting developments this brings:
New alert settings
With the introduction of the new feature for monitoring employment in accordance with the 24-month rule of the Hiring Law, new alerts are also being introduced. This update brings the flexibility to customize when these alerts appear, according to your preference. Additionally, the option to disable these alerts will be available. These modifications allow for a tailored fit to the internal procedures of each company, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
Clearer display of sick leave
To streamline the overview in the planning view, we are refining how sick leave visibility adde in this view is presented. Instead of sick leave notifications being confined to the filter employee, you will now be able to see absences directly on the user line, even when you filter on assignments. This enhancement makes it simpler to gauge the impact, regardless of the view you are currently in.
Updated design
To continue advancing and modernizing our system, we are currently updating our component library. This will primarily be noticeable through visual enhancements, giving parts of the interface a more elegant design. Rest assured, all the features you rely on today will remain. However, this update paves the way for us to introduce new, intelligent solutions and add additional functionality in the future.
We wish you a wonderful summer
Whether your vacation is just around the corner or still a few weeks away, we hope you'll seize the opportunity to enjoy the summer and recharge. We're continuing our development efforts throughout the season to ensure we're ready to share exciting updates with you early in the fall. Should you need any assistance with our system during the summer months, rest assured, our knowledgeable support team will be available during the usual hours, even in June and July.
News, May 2024
The latest news
It's time for our monthly update. We hope you've noticed that we are sharing our monthly outputs with you. Sometimes, the news might be more visible than at other times, and occasionally, we share in stages, allowing you to follow the process and further influence the development.
In this month's update, you'll discover more about:
The 24-Month rule of the Rental act
The new feature in our Staffing module the: 24-Month Rule of the Rental act, is designed to be a guiding tool for you. We've introduced this feature with the idea that it might need adjustments based on your feedback. Our aim is for it to serve as a compass, guiding your decisions and actions in this area.
"Under the updated regulations, an employee from a staffing agency who has been leased and stationed at the same operational unit of a client company for at least 24 months within a 36-month timeframe must be offered a permanent position at the client company. This law governing the leasing of workers came into effect on October 1, 2022."
In this release, you can start entering the necessary information into the system to receive alerts when an employee is approaching the threshold of the "24-Month rule of the Rental Act".
Access to user manuals in the System!
Accessing our user manuals and instructional videos has now become more straightforward. You can easily find the links to these resources in the menu. Depending on where you are in the system and whether you're using a desktop or mobile, the appearance and location might vary slightly. Check out the different placements below.
If you're an administrator or project manager, you'll discover the "User Manuals" button nestled in the information under the help icon, where you can also find our support contact details.
In the time reporting view, everyone can easily navigate by clicking on the ❔ icon in the top menu.
When using time tracking on your mobile, the link is instead positioned at the very bottom of the dropdown menu.
Improvements Inspired by Customer Feedback
We are committed to enhancing our system, particularly through the valuable feedback received from our customers. In this version, we have made these updates for both Millnet Staffing and Attendance:
- Employee lists have been updated to include employment numbers
- It's now possible to modify the date on a driverslog that hasn't been locked or approved.
News, April 2024
Springtime Updates
Welcome, Spring! Who hasn't been yearning for sunshine, warmer temperatures, budding leaves, allergies, and the cries of seagulls? In this update, we'll cover:
Enhanced functionality for leave requests
Yearning for time off is a common sentiment throughout the year, which is why we've updated our “Absence Period” and “Leave Request” features. The new functionalities include:
- More types of absences are now selectable for applications.
- Reach out to our support team if you want to change your settings.
- Managers and Administrators now have the ability to send a personalized message to employees upon the approval or rejection of their leave request. This message will be prominently displayed in both the follow-up email and the “Absence Period” tab for easy reference.
- Approved leave for periods when employees are not scheduled will now be visible in the Planning View if you choose to approve leave with the option "No schedule - enter time manually".
- This feature mirrors the functionality previously found under "Tools - Roll out absence".
Updates for Scheduling and Payroll Templates
Scheduling
Week numbers are now displayed during scheduling within the Work Schedule section of any task/assignment. This update is in direct response to customer feedback.
Payroll Templates
We're continuously updating our payroll templates to ensure optimal functionality and to facilitate further transfer of information.
Should there be a need to include project numbers or cost center codes in payroll, this can be achieved through a setting beyond the basic employee or assignment information. Please reach out to our support team for assistance!
New hub for guides and instructional videos
Accessing help resources such as manuals and videos regarding the system just got easier. On our new platform, guides are now more intuitively organized and grouped together with our videos. Moreover, you can swiftly navigate through all the available information with our enhanced search functionality, ensuring you find exactly what you're looking for in no time.
While the older manuals will remain accessible for a period, updates and new information will exclusively be added to the guides on the new platform.
In the near future, accessing the new platform directly from the system itself will become a reality. We will provide more information as this feature becomes available. Until then, you can reach the platform through the links provided below.
News, March 2024
New location for news
Now, you can find the highlights of new versions on this page. This will make it easier to go back and see earlier updates, all conveniently gathered in one place. This is a step towards an even better platform for sharing our news.
Before Easter, a new version of the system will be released. But we have more than that to inform you about. In this update, you can read about:
New support ticket management
Milient's support team has transitioned to a new ticket management system. In light of this change, we want to inform all customers about what this means for you when reaching out to us.
To ensure efficient handling of your inquiry, please use support@millnet.se when reach out to us via email. Previous emails got support@millnet.zendesk.com as sender, causing messages you send to us now, continueing old conversations, to end up in the wrong system.
We would like to inform you that from April 1st, it is crucial when contacting support via email, that you send your message to support@millnet.se, and no other address.
When you have a question for our support team and contact us via email:
✅ Right: Send it to support@millnet.se
⛔ Wrong: Continue an old conversation where the sender is support@millnet.zendesk.com
Why are we changing systems?
The reason for switching to a new ticket management system is to streamline issue handling and improve communication between customers and support. The new system will include an integrated chat function directly in your Millnet system, enhancing the overall support experience. More details on the availability of the chat feature will be provided in upcoming news updates, with hopes of it being fully operational before the end of 2024.
New and improved design for absence request
Within the feature "Absence period" in the consultant portal, an employee can easily request time off for an extended period. This feature includes the highly sought-after vacation request function. We are now expanding this feature to meet more needs and simplify your absence management tasks. In the updated version of the feature, you will find:
- The ability to apply for all types of absences. You can choose which ones require an application for your employees.
- New updated design that enhances the functionality, making it both more visually appealing and easier to use.
Contact our support team if you want to activate any of the new application features.
More user-friendly menus in the mobile app
The mobile app now mirrors the menu structure of the web interface, providing the same logic whether you're tracking time on your phone or computer. Additionally, "My page" has been moved out of the side menu and is now fixed in the top menu on mobile as well.
A new platform for guides and instructional videos
We aim to make it easier for users of the system to access the help materials available in the form of manuals and videos. That's why we are switching platforms.
This means that the information will be more clearly divided, giving you better opportunities to search through the available information. We will continue to keep the older manuals available in parallel for some time, but you can already test the new design using the buttons below.