In a recent study done by Governing Research, State and Local Government respondents provided a glimpse into their absence management processes. Uncovered were alarming statistics about manual processes still being used to track leave and time. In fact, 63% of the executives surveyed say they do not use an automated request and approval system to manage employee requests for time off. In this research brief you’ll discover the downside of absence mismanagement including impacts on productivity, budget, and compliance.