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Retention, engagement & workforce metrics · Core

Absence rate

Also called: absenteeism rate

ELI5

Lost work time due to absence divided by scheduled time under a stated method.

Used in conversation

“How are we defining absence rate in this deck?”

Pitch context

You will see “Absence rate” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches retention, engagement & workforce metrics.

Why it matters: In retention, engagement & workforce metrics, the scope can change what data may be used, who may access it and which controls are required.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.