| Definition | The percentage of employees who are absent from work, regardless of the reason, relative to the total number of employees. |
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| Calculation | Number of days absent ÷ total number of working days × 100% |
| Unit of Measurement | Percentage |
| Function | Core HR |
| Method of Estimation | The method of estimation may vary depending on the organization and its reporting processes. Almost all HR software platforms have built-in calculations for absenteeism calculation. |
| Timeframe | Usually measured on a monthly or yearly basis. |
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