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Trusted to get it right: how Joan Parkes modernised HR and Payroll at Fine Décor TL;DR? Here’s the summary: Fine Décor Wallcoverings, a UK heritage wallpaper manufacturer with 100+ employees, replaced spreadsheet-heavy HR processes and a legacy payroll system with […]
How line managers can beat the summer productivity slump: in short… Summer productivity dips are real and well-documented – in fact, nearly half of UK employees report markedly lower output over summer. The main causes are clustered annual leave, uneven […]
The HR Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in summary: Major sporting events like the FIFA World Cup can boost morale and bring teams together, but they can also create challenges for employers. From holiday requests and late arrivals […]
HR processes to automate in 2026: 7 manual tasks to ditch in summary: Manual HR admin is still slowing many teams down; from employee record updates and absence tracking to payroll prep and expenses. In 2026, these repeatable processes are […]
Proving the ROI of absence management software in summary: Absence management software helps organisations reduce the cost and complexity of managing employee absence. By centralising absence reporting, automating workflows and improving visibility across teams, HR can cut time-consuming admin and […]
To holiday or not to holiday? Why taking time off still matters in summary: Only 35% of UK employees used their full annual leave in 2024. Many avoid holidays due to workload pressures, fear of falling behind, or cultural expectations. […]
In ‘How to Survive Summer Holiday Chaos with Absence Management Software’: We explore the common HR challenges of managing annual leave during peak summer months, and why spreadsheets just don’t cut it anymore. It highlights the benefits of modern absence […]
7 tips for nailing your Q4 HR strategy this year in summary: A great Q4 HR strategy should tie up the year’s more strategic activities, whilst also preparing for the new year ahead. Focusing on your performance management processes, as […]
How to improve holiday management: 9 essential absence management features your HR system must have in summary: Implementing automated calculations for holiday entitlements based on working hours, local holidays, and company rules ensures fair and efficient management. Secure self-service and […]
Tips for HR: keeping your employees onside during Euro 2024 in summary: With the Euro 2024 football championship taking place this summer, there’s several things HR teams can do to manage absence requests effectively and nurture engagement. This includes ensuring […]
Successfully managing sabbaticals and extended leave in summary: Implementing a clear sabbatical and extended leave policy is crucial to avoid misunderstandings and protect against discrimination claims. Communicate and document all sabbatical arrangements to ensure clarity and prevent disputes; use an […]
Absence Policies: Why a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t fit all in summary: With sickness absence rates climbing to their highest levels in over a decade, businesses must have tailored absence management policies in place that meets their workforce’s specific needs. A […]
