Strategic HR

Taking innovative steps in apprenticeships

The apprenticeship landscape is changing; not only are they becoming an increasingly popular route into work for young people, but more industries are now offering them and the quality is improving.

Employees lack the technology to do their jobs

More than half (55%) of employees believe they do not have access to the technology needed to do their jobs, according to research by Fujitsu.

Age discrimination a ‘widespread problem’, says government’s older workers champion

Age discrimination and unconscious bias are “widespread problems” in the UK, according to a report from the government’s business champion for older workers Ros Altmann.

This is what authentic leadership looks like

Every day a range of inspirational leaders walk through our doors here at Pilotlight. They all share a commitment to improving the society we live in, while enhancing their leadership skills through...

Number of unemployed young people from BAME communities up 50%

The number of unemployed young people from ethnic minorities has risen by almost 50% since 2010, according to figures from the Labour party.

Should you teach philanthropy to your millennials?

With the plethora of causes and charities that exist, philanthropy isn't always straightforward. But is it something that needs to be taught?

Keep apprenticeships viable for SMEs, City & Guilds urges government

The government must take the needs of smaller businesses into account as the apprenticeship system continues to change, City & Guilds has said.

VSO uses technology to aid global collaboration

Charity VSO uses technology to enable collaboration and learning between employees spread all over the world.

Making it happen for International Women's Day

International Women’s Day (IWD), held annually on 8 March, represents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women around the world. This year’s theme is ‘Make it Happen’, its aim is to...

The value of employee data

We have access to such rich data. Why is it being ignored?

Coaching increasingly used to build female pipeline, says CRF

Coaching is being increasingly used to help organisations build their pipelines of female talent, according to Corporate Research Forum research director Gillian Pillans.

Webb: Business must tackle threat of ‘digital exclusion’

Businesses and government must be careful not to exclude older or less technologically-savvy workers, pensions minister Steve Webb has said.