A looming recession and growing cost of living crisis have put just about every business onto the back foot. With finances squeezed and labour markets becoming tighter, every organisation will be looking to operate as efficiently as possible. However, if […]
The growth and success of a business can hinge on its HR department. Dedicated to the growth, wellbeing and management of an organisation’s employees, HR also plays a vital role in more strategic objectives: including employee engagement, strengthening cultures, and […]
We all know that ‘pulling a sickie’ from work isn’t acceptable. But it turns out it’s something that many people here in the UK have no qualms about doing it. A recent study has discovered that more than half of […]
So that’s it then: the bedraggled bunting has been taken down, the last few soggy sandwiches have been eaten, and everyone has returned to their usual weekly routine.
The holiday season is fast approaching… and it’s only April! Easter is looming large on the horizon, and you can bet your bottom dollar there’s been an avalanche of requests for annual leave. The prospect of a well-earned holiday may […]
We all know that accurately recording absences is often one of the most important but time-consuming responsibilities for HR. Of course, it’s not just the process of logging when employees are on annual leave or off sick – it’s far […]
The first few months of the year aren’t exactly the most inspiring, are they? Most of us will have long forgotten our new year’s resolutions (gym 3 times a week, anyone?), it’s the dead of winter and the green shoots […]
2022 is shaping up to be a year of challenges. For HR professionals though, it could be especially demanding! 2022 sees quite a few legislative HR changes coming into effect that HR teams need to prepare for. It could also […]
Absence management is always a key responsibility for HR and line managers, but it’s likely to need extra attention this summer. Employees might want time off at short notice, or some may still be nervous about taking leave and want […]
For organisations who have had some or all of their workforce homeworking over the last year or so, bringing workers back on site will require HR and business leaders to think about internal communications, HR processes, location tracking, performance management […]
