Ten ways HR can prepare for an economic downturn

With some economists warning we could be approaching a post-Brexit recession, HR should begin to prepare now

We in local government HR can't just do what we've always done

Processes are designed with good intent but they often become barriers, encouraging perverse behaviour that undermines what we hoped to achieve

Research reveals five main causes of poor workplace productivity

Poor systems, office politics and sickness absence negatively impact productivity, according to research by e-days

Getting the giggers: Recruitment and the gig economy

The alternative workforce is growing but organisations are unsure how to recruit gig workers

How mediocre managers ruined Kodak

An organisation will rise or fall depending on if it is willing to get out of its comfort zone and lead with courage, or if it will manage with mediocrity and cease to exist

Job insecurity may be overstated

?Employers should focus on improving conditions for all workers, says the CIPD as its research finds insecure work is not as prevalent as people think

Cost of employing people unsustainable, firms warn

Businesses have warned that their ability to develop staff and grow their companies has become difficult due to the increased cost burden of employment

Tackling our climate emergency: HR's role

Time is running out to save our planet. So green issues can no longer be ignored by HR, who are perfectly placed to take the strategic lead

Transforming PMI from cigarette manufacturer to smoke-free champion: HR's role

Moving away from the cigarette business at Philip Morris International (PMI) requires a completely new value chain, and from an HR perspective it's vital to equip the organisation with new skills

What HR can learn from customer experience

Taking best practice from the customer experience can help create a more efficient and engaged workplace

Where next for the Ulrich model?

The model has led to a shortage of HR professionals with the full suite of skills, particularly in IR and ER

Shedding new light on inclusive leadership

This leadership style can boost employee productivity, motivation and mental wellbeing, and some of the best examples are in fact found at British organisations