In what ways can part time staff be a disadvantage to a business?

[Kross]

Part time staffing is becoming the new norm in business nowadays. And it has many advantages. But I am sure that it also has some disadvantages.

What could be the drawbacks of having part time staff in a business organization?

 

[neku]

The part time staff may leak some confidential business information to competitors or rivals, they may also not be reliable. In a few cases they may commit corporate espionage on the employer, injecting malware on computers and other gadgets to steal data.

 

[King Belieal]

You don't have the loyalty of a part time staff. They always have other commitments entangled with them working for you.

 

[SilverLance]

At times, part-time staff may not be readily available to work during our busiest hours, resulting in coverage gaps and a decline in productivity.

 

[Xtynehappy]

Most of the time they are unproductive as they only wait for the signing out time to go attend their business

 

[King Belieal]

When people require more support regarding the role of a part time staff, he or she is not available to give that support properly.

 

[SilverLance]

Part-time workers may not feel completely included in the team atmosphere, which can make it harder for everyone to work together.

 

[Springtime]

Part time staff usually are not as committed as full time staff. They have other engagements. Also, they may not be available if you need them during busy periods.

 

[Fidelia]

Part time always exempt themselves from the organisation's programs especially when it falls on days they are not supposed to be on duty.

 

[SilverLance]

When part-time workers regularly avoid participating in the organization's programs, it can lead to a split in the team and slow down progress for everyone.

 

[eLdavis]

In a situation where there is an urgent work, and the part time workers are off duty, this might cause some issues.