Operational Efficiency

How hybrid global assignments deliver strategic value

It's time to re-examine the organisational benefits that hybrid global assignments can bring.

Half of jobseekers underqualified for sustainability roles

Half (49%) of jobseekers don’t have the necessary skills or qualifications for sustainability-related jobs, according to research published today (16 April) by hiring platform Indeed.

Charity unfairly dismissed employee with Long Covid

An employee living with Long Covid was unfairly dismissed from a disability charity, a tribunal has heard.

Detective who spent hours online shopping at work sacked

A police detective who spent hours online shopping while working from home has been sacked.

Third of freelancers are regularly paid late

Almost a third (32%) of freelance workers are regularly paid late, according to research by HR software provider Remote.

Employers must tackle insecure work for young women

Young women face unfair, and sometimes illegal, work practices. Employers must step up and help.

Shopify memo links AI to performance

Tobi Lütke, CEO of the multinational e-commerce company Shopify, instructed staff to prove that a job can’t be done using AI, before requesting new staff or resources.

Four ways to optimise global onboarding

Onboarding employees in different countries can be a daunting process, but balancing smart strategies with technological innovation can help HR professionals meet cross-border challenges. Georgia...

"People leaders have a duty to guide the correct use of AI"

HR professionals need to help set the guidelines for how AI-enabled tools are used by managers and staff.

Police misconduct investigation spotlights workplace relationships

The chief constable of Hampshire and Isle of Wight police force is under investigation for potential gross misconduct relating to two workplace relationships, the force confirmed on Monday (7 April).

Engineer involved in bribery was unfairly dismissed, tribunal rules

An employment tribunal has ruled in favour of an engineer’s claim for unfair dismissal, despite finding that the engineer had been involved in bribery.

We’re not our age, we’re our energy

When it comes to workplace motivation, generational stereotypes have long dominated the conversation. But what if we’ve been looking at the whole thing backwards?