Paper, Excel and outdated systems – they used to be the lifeblood of organisations, with a lot of HR time spent chasing around, as many of their processes are driven by authorisation. Unfortunately, it’s not always easy for organisations to […]
Making the case for your HR software budget in summary: In this blog, we look at how you can make persuading business leaders to invest in HR software can be made easier by making a compelling case for its importance […]
COVID-19 has resulted in higher numbers of people working from home than ever before – and this has resulted in an explosion of HR scams. It falls to HR to remind staff of their company’s remote work policies, to check […]
The subject of remote working continues to be a top priority for HR teams. Many larger organisations have already adapted to working remotely, mainly due to the blanket ‘stay at home’ restrictions we all experienced at the height of the […]
In today’s multi-generational workforces, reverse mentoring (where a less experienced/junior employee mentors a more senior colleague) is becoming increasingly popular. It’s often talked about in the context of the younger, supposedly more ‘tech savvy’ employee helping managers get to grips […]
Is your workplace culture fit for the future? In summary: In this blog, we investigate the importance of cultivating a workplace culture that aligns with future trends and challenges, emphasising the need for adaptability, innovation, and inclusivity to thrive in […]
Ask people what makes them happy at work, and many will tell you it’s the relationships they have with their colleagues. In fact, according to recent research from the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), ‘Getting on well with colleagues […]
Prominent employers are increasingly embracing flexible working, considering flexi start and finish times, more working from home arrangements, and part-time working requests. Our Cezanne HR survey on performance management showed that 72% of UK employees are comfortable discussing work/life balance […]
Reflections on culture and values – what they are and why they matter to Cezanne HR in summary: Company culture and values are critical factors in attracting and retaining top talent. They impact employee engagement, productivity, and overall business performance. […]
A bit like perpetual beta, free software trials have become increasingly popular, especially where software is relatively unsophisticated. With perpetual beta, the overhead of testing software is shifted from the developer to the end user – the customer. Something similar […]
“People are so pre-occupied with their own tasks and ‘to do’ lists that their capacity to notice and care for themselves, let alone their colleagues down the corridor, is diminished.” I’ve just read Amy Bradley’s new book ‘The Human Moment: […]
Five steps to an effective Performance Improvement Plan in summary… A performance improvement plan (PIP) is a structured process that helps employees identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance their performance. The key steps in creating an effective […]
