Oracle wins major contract for HR Systems with Government
Oracle cloud-based applications will be used to integrate a number of government departments onto a platform for shared services. Oracle software will be used to provide shared services for Department for Work and Pensions, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, Ministry of Justice, and Home Office. Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite will be used […]
Find use in the magic and conflict
Conflict is often associated with aggressive behaviours, which can lead to injury and loss for individuals, as well costing the organization in terms of productivity, culture, and financial costs. Conflict is necessary to bring about change and can even be a positive thing, as it provides an opportunity for new results that are valuable. It […]
How to build a global DEI Framework with PMI
Due to cultural differences, local nuances and legal differences, multinational organisations may struggle to maintain a consistent approach to diversity and inclusion. Mimi Kurniawan explains how Philip Morris International (PMI), a multinational organisation, has achieved a balance in its global strategy and local approach. Diversity of the workforce is a superpower that all truly global […]
Make international talent work:
Gerard Osei Bonsu ; Global People Advisory Services Tax Leader at EY believes that with economic and labour market uncertainties, a reimagined mobile function is now a critical driver for achieving business and talent goals. Q: I believe we should clarify our meaning when we discuss the race for talent or workforce mobility. Mobility may […]
Boeing workers vote on 35% Pay Deal
Striking Boeing workers in the US will vote this week on a pay increase of 35% that could end industrial action. Since mid September, around 33,000 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers have been on strike. Most of these employees are in Washington State. On Wednesday, 23 October, the vote will […]
How to work when the clocks change: the extra hour
On Sunday, 27th October 2024 at 2:00am the clocks will be set back an hour. What does this mean to staff who work a nightshift? Do they have to be paid extra for an hour’s work? Can they leave the office when they’ve completed their normal number of hours even though they still have an […]
UK internships are declining in line with vacancies
The number of internships available in the UK has dropped dramatically this year. This is making it harder for graduates and students to gain work experience. Adzuna’s job search engine reports that the number of internships advertised has dropped by 30% since 2022. This October, there are only 3,817 available opportunities. Adzuna reported that there […]
Employers, take note: 5 ways to prevent a burnout epidemic
Imagine walking into an office where workers are doing their work on autopilot and without emotion. They then return home to sleep a few hours. Imagine a world devoid of creativity and where personal relationships are harder to maintain. Gallup says that workplace burnout is on the rise, with 65% of workers experiencing it. As […]
Why are there fewer women in the boardroom?
Sharon MacArthur is a leading menopause educator, and the founder of Miss Menopause. She explores the impact the menopause has on women’s career. It’s World Menopause Day today, so it’s a great time to consider how menopause may affect your business. Hot flushes are often associated with menopause, but it’s just one of the many […]
Unionization: Employees’ Rights to Organize Collectively and Bargain
It may surprise you to learn that, despite a long history of unionization in the United States, only 10% of workers are unionized today. You might be surprised by this statistic, considering the important role that unions played in shaping labor laws. You’ll learn about the protections that exist for employees who wish to bargain […]