How to Choose a Staffing Software Partner, Not Just a Solution

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

February 10, 2026

The age old question in staffing is what staffing software should I use? Should I go with one that has a lot of bells and whistles? Should I go with an all-in-one solution? Should I go with a well known solution in the industry? These are all valid questions to ask yourself when assessing staffing … Continued

How to Keep Your Staffing New Year’s Resolutions

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

January 15, 2026

As we enter a new year, you may be setting individual and team goals for 2026. While goals can be set at any time, the new year is a quintessential time for New Year’s resolutions- new year, new you, new business goals. Did you know though that only 9% of Americans that make resolutions complete … Continued

Help! What AI Tools Should I Implement at My Staffing Agency?

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

December 10, 2025

Some are calling 2025 the YEAR OF TECH. AI technology has evolved at a rapid pace over the past year. Things we couldn’t do or didn’t do a year ago have become an everyday norm. New AI technologies are constantly being introduced into the staffing landscape and staffing agencies have embraced it. The staffing industry … Continued

Naughty or Nice? Staffing Reports That Should be on Your Nice List in 2026

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

December 7, 2025

The holidays are almost here! It’s been a month filled with holiday shopping, decorating, and parties. There is always a lot to celebrate in December. In the mix of all of this holiday cheer though also comes some not so fun activities, like planning for 2026. While it’s probably not the activity you most look … Continued

SIA Healthcare Staffing Summit – What You Missed and The Takeaways

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

November 13, 2025

Last week we wrapped up the 2025 Staffing Industry Analysts Healthcare Staffing Summit! ABD was proud to be a Silver sponsor and exhibitor of this year’s summit. If you weren’t able to attend or would like to see some of our takeaways, check out our recap below and our Bob Walking Segment on The Staffing … Continued

Inside the SIA Healthcare Staffing Summit: What to Expect and Must See Tools at Booth 509

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

October 24, 2025

The Automated Business Designs (ABD) team is excited to travel to Las Vegas, NV on November 5th-7th for the SIA Healthcare Staffing Summit! ABD is proud to be a Silver Sponsor and Exhibitor. The SIA Healthcare Staffing Summit, hosted by Staffing Industry Analysts, unites healthcare staffing professionals from across the country. With over 300 staffing … Continued

Staffing World 2025 Recap from the ABD Team – See What You Missed!

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

October 20, 2025

A couple of weeks ago the ABD team attended the American Staffing Association’s Staffing World in Orlando, Florida!  ABD was proud to be a Signature Sponsor of this year’s conference and has been a longtime sponsor and exhibitor. We thank everyone who stopped by our booth, including all of our customers and partners! If you weren’t … Continued

From Conference to Results: How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Staffing Conference

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

September 25, 2025

Fall is a busy time for the staffing industry as many signature staffing conferences take place, including the upcoming Staffing World in Orlando, Florida! Whether you are attending one of the national conferences or a local one, making the most out of the conference is important. Both time and investment are made into each conference … Continued

See You at Staffing World! What to Expect at Booth 711

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

September 8, 2025

The Automated Business Designs (ABD) team is excited to travel to Orlando, Florida on October 6th – 8th for Staffing World 2025! ABD has been a long-time sponsor of Staffing World and anticipates this year’s event to be one of the best yet! Staffing World, hosted by the American Staffing Association, brings staffing professionals together … Continued

A Whole New “Gig App” World in Healthcare Staffing

By Jennifer Roeslmeier Mikels

September 4, 2025

Over the past several years, the term “gig work” has been on the rise. Especially during the pandemic, we saw a shift in US workers seeking freelance work and flexible work schedules. What Is “Gig Work”? Gig work allows workers to have more autonomy in their schedule, giving them the opportunity to choose when they … Continued