'Digital mindfulness' critical to employee wellbeing
Remote working tools have increased the distractions employees face, posing a major threat to wellbeing if left unaddressed, a specialist says. » more »
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Reinstatement denied due to employee's "extraordinary", disrespectful conduct
In a case where "significant" matters supported reinstating an employee who was unfairly dismissed, a Fair Work Commission full bench has found his lack of respect and "obvious" continued grievance made such an order inappropriate. » more »
"Corporate memory" the space to watch in HR tech
Platforms that allow organisations to build a "corporate memory" of their former employees are the next big area to watch in HR technology, an expert says. » more »
Webcast: Essential HR tech update
COVID-19 and its associated challenges have sped up employers' adoption of HR technology, but has it all been valuable? Watch this Q&A-style webcast to learn the difference between basic and cutting-edge HR tech, where to get the best ROI, and emerging areas to watch. » more »
Chat-based interviews reliably predict job fit: Study
A major study has validated the ability of AI-powered, chat-based interviews to assess personality traits and job fit. » more »
AI is shaping post-pandemic workspace design
As coronavirus restrictions ease and employers reconsider issues around workplace design and layout, scientists have been trialling a system that uses sensors and artificial intelligence to measure employees' concentration and comfort. » more »
Whistleblower policies now mandatory; New awards start soon; and more
New workplace legislation is now in place affecting whistleblowing, payroll, paid parental leave, and more. And, the first modern awards varied under the four-yearly review are about to commence. » more »
From zero to "pop-up HR" for 3,000 employees
The new people leader of a business with $350 million turnover has built a "pop-up" HR function that combines the best of technology, offshoring and outsourced expertise to flex with its needs. » more »
Two very different approaches to workplace innovation
There's no one-size-fits-all approach to fostering innovation, say people leaders from Shell and Nokia, in sharing drastically different experiences. » more »
Transformation obsession is "nonsense"
Digital transformation is a "load of nonsense", and employers should instead focus their energies on innovation, according to a Deloitte futurist. » more »
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HR has never been so challenged, important and busy, with no signs of slowing down as we head into 2021. Will you be ready?
