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Metric
Absenteeism Rate
Is unplanned absence affecting productivity?
WorkforceDescriptiveDiagnostic
Definition
Unplanned absence as a share of scheduled work time.
How to calculate it
(Unplanned absence hours / Scheduled hours) × 100
Business question
Is unplanned absence affecting productivity?
How to read it
Spikes in segments may indicate burnout, disengagement, or local issues.
Recommended segments
- Business unit
- Geography
- Function
- Grade or level
How to visualize it
- Trend over time
- Segment comparison
- Distribution
Decisions it supports
Wellness programs, scheduling changes, and manager interventions.
What can make it misleading
Mixing PTO with unplanned absence; inconsistent hour tracking.
Updated 2026-08-09