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Employees dissatisfied by outdated technology in the workplace
A recent study conducted by Ricoh Europe has unveiled a notable discontent among UK and Irish employees regarding the outdated technology prevalent in their workplaces. The research, which surveyed 1,000 workers across the UK and Ireland, discovered that almost half...
Lessons for HR from the Post Office Horizon Scandal
In a shocking revelation, more than 700 subpostmasters found themselves wrongly convicted of theft as a result of a flawed computing and accounting system known as Horizon, sparking what has come to be known as the Post Office Horizon scandal. Although the saga has...
Over 25% of employees do not trust their CEO to be honest and transparent
A recent survey conducted by Personio, Europe's leading HR software company for small and mid-sized businesses, has revealed a significant trust deficit among UK employees towards their organisational leadership. According to the findings, 26 percent of respondents do...
Two-thirds of workers feel less productive in the winter
As winter settles in, a recent survey has unveiled that a significant majority, two-thirds to be precise, of workers are experiencing a dip in productivity during the colder months. The study sheds light on several factors contributing to this seasonal decline,...
What should your pension priorities be for 2024?
As individuals embark on a new year, resolutions often include commitments to improve financial well-being. In line with this sentiment, PensionBee, a leading online pension provider, has outlined four key pension priorities for 2024 that can pave the way for a...
Cruise lays off 25% after grounding Robotaxi fleet
In a drastic move, Cruise, the self-driving unit of General Motors, is set to lay off almost a quarter of its workforce, totalling 900 employees. This decision follows a recent incident where a pedestrian was struck and dragged 20 feet by a Cruise robotaxi, leading to...
How can you champion inclusivity this holiday season?
As the year draws to a close, businesses worldwide are gearing up for their end-of-year festivities and holiday plans. However, global employment experts Remote are shedding light on the importance of inclusivity during the holiday season and providing guidance on...
The latest labour market stats
In today's release of labour market statistics by the Northern Ireland Statistics & Research Agency (NISRA), key indicators reveal a mixed picture for the region's employment landscape. According to data from HMRC PAYE, the number of employees receiving pay in...
Gen Z emerges as most loyal workforce in the UK
New data from global leadership experts Right Management reveals that Generation Z employees, aged 16-26, are proving to be the most loyal cohort in the United Kingdom workforce. The study, conducted among 2,000 employees and leaders, sheds light on the career...
Office party pitfalls for bosses to watch out for
'Tis the season for festive cheer, but as HR departments gear up for office parties across the corporate landscape, employers are advised to tread carefully to avoid potential pitfalls that could turn the merriment into a managerial nightmare. Love them or loathe...
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Danni Rush: HR trends For the year ahead
Workplace trends have shown no sign of slowing down in 2023. In January, the long-awaited government response to the Women and Equalities Committee’s menopause in the workplace report was released, highlights Danni Rush. It sparked conversation around the importance...
Harry Bliss: The current state of employee wellbeing: insights for HR
More than ever, employees are looking to their organisations for the leadership, support and advice they need to meet today’s challenges – and the ones that are undoubtedly around the corner, says Harry Bliss. There is so much that the employer community can do to...
Mark Onisk: Workforce Trends to Put Your Organisation on The Right Track In 2023
From The Great Resignation and Great Reshuffle to Quiet Quitting and Quiet Firing, 2022 had its fair share of twists and turns when it came to the global labour market. Despite the challenges faced by employers and employees over the past 12 months, several key...
Sympa: Creating a future-proof workplace: hybrid working, inclusion and the acceleration of digital skills
More than ever before, employees across all industries are looking for greater flexibility in the workplace, while pushing for a more purposeful and rewarding work/life culture, highlights Wai Bin Lai. This has proved challenging for several employers, who are now...
Dr Chibeza Agley: Businesses need to adapt their learning and development systems to counter ‘quiet constraint’
Across all industries, teamwork and strong communication are crucial for long-term business success. However, organisations are facing a new reality, one where collaboration in the workplace is lacking, says Dr Chibeza Agley. Where ‘quiet quitting’ and ‘quiet firing’...
Lottie Bazley: Implementing a four-day week: why is strong internal communication crucial?
From the impact of the cost-of-living crisis to growing levels of discontent amongst the workforce, organisations face many challenges today. While in some cases the recession has driven lay-offs, the need to attract and retain top talent remains a top priority for...
Karl Breeze: The 2023 trends that will shape the future of work
Every aspect of businesses is prone to change, and the workplace is no exception, argues Karl Breeze. Over the past few years, COVID-19, the Great Resignation and continued economic uncertainty have created a new world of work. Now, as technology becomes more...
Dean Sadler: Can technology help us put the human back into human resources?
In a technology driven world, it’s easy to get swept up in what digital tools can enable us to do, especially when it comes to recruitment, highlights Dean Sadler. But in all this talk of efficiency, streamlining and automation, are we forgetting one crucial thing -...
Arran Heal: Why good workplace cultures keeps winning over cash for employees
With the cost-of-living crisis, it is easy for HR to think recruitment and retention begins and ends with money. CIPD research confirms this is what is happening. More than half of employers were found to be inflating their pay to help with retention, highlights Arran...
Arusha Gupta: Why heightened emotional intelligence is critical for people management in a hybrid world
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed hybrid working from nice-to-have to must-have. Whilst organisations across the world continue fine-tuning workplace policy to fit their individual contexts, what is clear is that a mixture of remote and in-office work is here to stay,...
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