Cru Software Blog

Why Spreadsheets Are Holding Back Your Workforce: 5 Signs It’s Time to Switch

Why Spreadsheets Are Holding Back Your Workforce: 5 Signs It’s Time to Switch

For many mining, oil & gas and engineering services operations, spreadsheets are still the go-to tool for managing rosters. They’re familiar, flexible, and often “good enough” to get the job done. But as teams grow, contracts multiply, and compliance demands become more complex, t …

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From Chaos to Control: How Smarter Rostering Reduces Admin and Risk

From Chaos to Control: How Smarter Rostering Reduces Admin and Risk

Rostering might not seem like the most exciting part of running a business, and too often, it’s the last process to be reviewed or properly budgeted for. But when it goes wrong, the impact is immediate and expensive: delays, downtime, missed flights, and compliance breaches that hit b …

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Perth-Based Minprovise Replaces Legacy Rostering Systems with Cru Software to Boost Operational Efficiency

Perth-Based Minprovise Replaces Legacy Rostering Systems with Cru Software to Boost Operational Efficiency

Minprovise Modernises Rostering to Boost Efficiency Across Complex Operations Minprovise, a leader in specialist maintenance and project services across the Australian resources sector, has taken a significant step forward in modernising its workforce operations. By replacing legacy s …

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Celebrating Leadership in a Transformative Era

Celebrating Leadership in a Transformative Era

Jason Cameron's recognition as most influential CEO 2025 In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and evolving industry landscapes, effective leadership has become more crucial than ever. We are proud to announce that our CEO, Jason Cameron, has been honoured with the titl …

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Simplifying Rostering for Workforces in Mackay, Whitsundays, and Bowen Basin

Ellico and Cru Rostering

Ellico Partners with Cru Software to Simplify Workforce Management We’re excited to announce a new partnership between Cru Software and Ellico, a locally owned and operated business in North Queensland. Ellico offers a comprehensive range of services, including electrical, instrumenta …

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Modern Workforce Management: Wisely Group's Success with CRU Rostering

Modern Workforce Management: Wisely Group's Success with CRU Rostering

In today’s fast-paced industries, such as mining, engineering services, oil and gas, and renewables, efficient workforce management is key to staying competitive. The importance of intelligent rostering cannot be overstated for growing organisations, especially those operating in dyna …

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Managing Resource Demand in Western Australia's Expanding Mining Sector

The future of WA Mining Workforce

As Western Australia’s mining and oil and gas sectors prepare for a surge in activity, the demand for skilled workers is set to intensify. According to the Australian Resources and Energy Employer Association (AREEA), the state’s investment pipeline is brimming with nearly 50 projects …

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Leveraging Technology to Navigate Australia’s New Employment Laws

Leveraging Technology to Navigate Australia’s New Employment Laws

In August 2024, Australia introduced significant changes to its casual employment laws under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act. These changes bring a new definition of casual employment and new rules for the conversion of casual workers to permanent employees …

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Meet Ana: Cru Software's New Product Designer

Ana Anjuaro

At Cru Software, we’re excited to welcome Ana to the team as our new Product Designer! Originally from Portugal, Ana brings a wealth of experience and creativity to her role, having worked in both Europe and Australia across various industries. Let’s dive into her journey and what exc …

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Discover Cru Software's Impact in the Mining & Resources Industry

Discover Cru Software's Impact in the Mining & Resources Industry

We are thrilled to share that Cru Software has been featured in the June 2024 edition of Mine Australia magazine! The article provides a detailed insight into how our advanced rostering and scheduling solutions are transforming workforce management in the energy, mining, and oil & …

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