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Missed shifts were costly to this McDonald's. An app has fixed the problem

Unexpected absences can cost employers tens of thousands of dollars a month. An app that helps workers with last-minute transportation, food and childcare is making a difference.

Curated by Brimstone Editorial Desk · Source: NPR ·
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  • Primary source: NPR
  • Published: Aug 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
  • Coverage area: Culture & Society
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