Empowering Deskless Workers in the New Labor Landscape
September 16, 2025
People and Culture Theater - Expo Hall
People & Culture Session
The employer-employee relationship is fundamental. Today, however, that relationship is strained—especially for deskless workplaces.
The on-demand economy has reshaped the work landscape, giving employees more options and higher expectations than ever before. Meanwhile, wages, benefits, and technology for many deskless roles have stagnated, leaving workers feeling strained, disconnected, and unmotivated. Employers report challenges in hiring and retaining talent, but most are still playing by the old rules—and losing in the new labor landscape.
To succeed in this reality, deskless employers need more than a collection of isolated benefits. They need a central platform that evolves the employer-employee relationship, giving businesses the utility and benefits to enable and engage their on-the-go workforce.
The on-demand economy has reshaped the work landscape, giving employees more options and higher expectations than ever before. Meanwhile, wages, benefits, and technology for many deskless roles have stagnated, leaving workers feeling strained, disconnected, and unmotivated. Employers report challenges in hiring and retaining talent, but most are still playing by the old rules—and losing in the new labor landscape.
To succeed in this reality, deskless employers need more than a collection of isolated benefits. They need a central platform that evolves the employer-employee relationship, giving businesses the utility and benefits to enable and engage their on-the-go workforce.
Speakers
Session Type
People & Culture Session
Topic
Employee Experience Journey
Learning Objective 1
Understanding the new landscape: Learn why deskless workers are disengaging and how new employee expectations are reshaping retention strategies.
Learning Objective 2
Implementing a workplace “operating system”: Build everyday connection through simple, scalable practices that support, recognize, and engage every employee—on the floor, in the field, or on the go.
Learning Objective 3
Taking an active role with employees: Build a workplace employees want to stay in by adopting retention-focused strategies such as instant pay, real-time recognition, and other engagement tools.
Access Type
Expo OR Conference Pass