The Future of Work looks at how the pandemic has accelerated profound change in the way we work and has condensed an estimated five years of ecommerce growth into a single year.
Rapid technological and economic change means business success will soon depend on agility and innovation, while employees who commit to reinvention will be best placed for new opportunities
From students to CEOs, everyone needs to get AI-savvy. The workplaces of the future will reward those who keep up
Key to success of State’s green energy transition is achieving a balanced workforce of specialists and experts in renewable technologies and support functions
Leaders can unconsciously favour people who are physically closer to them – but there are strategies employees and organisations can embrace to level the playing field
After more than 20 years of talk and several false starts, the State’s retirement savings scheme has been pushed back once more, leaving 800,000 workers still waiting
In a shifting economic climate, HR leaders must balance financial security with flexibility and purpose to craft a benefits strategy that attracts, retains, and truly resonates with a multigenerational workforce
Breaking the stigma around men taking parental leave is key to building inclusive workplaces, improving retention, and closing gender gaps in career progression
Revenge quitting is a new headache for human resource professionals, with disgruntled ex-employees airing grievances outside organisations, including on social media
The Trump effect is causing some companies commited to DEI to be less vocal about it and others to double down, but some are backing away
More people staying in work longer means employers can harness experience, boost inclusion and rethink career paths for all generations
The challenges posed by change, from AI and remote work to an ageing workforce, mean companies need not just tech but better planning, leadership and support for their people
Firms must meet the challenges of a rapidly changing technology landscape by investing in talent development
Organisations are working overtime to make themselves employers of choice – here’s how
With flexible working now a requirement of many employees, effective management practices are essential
Workplace diversity policies go far beyond mere compliance exercises
Artificial intelligence is not meant to replace humans but to better unlock our potential. Can it?
Although legislation has seen employers begin to address the gender pay gap, career progression is another matter
Connectivity allows us to work anywhere from any device but that doesn’t change employees’ fundamental needs
With competition for staff at an all-time high, organisations must be strategic to attract the right people
About two thirds of employees in Ireland engage in a hybrid working model
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are now woven into the fabric of company cultures, in order to better reflect the actual population
With more firms offering a blended approach to working, Jillian Godsil reports on how they are making the office an attractive destination for employees
While working from home is cost-effective and sustainable, the office remains important for connection
Changing expectations post-Covid have led businesses to focus on ways of ensuring workers feel valued
From flexibility to culture, retention to chatbots, Sandra O’Connell reports on the issues encountered in workplaces around the country
With growth outstripping workers, building strong talent pipelines is also key to continued success
Businesses must be proactive in analysing their abilities to stress-test the impact of the present turmoil on their business models, writes Edel Corrigan
Human resources increasingly uses technology and data to improve employee experience and business performance, writes Deanna O’Connor
The skills of today will not be enough for organisations to survive tomorrow
New technology drives workplace change – AI is expected to create new jobs and enhance existing ones
We ask five commentators about their vision for the office of the future
Turbulent times and a growing talent shortage means attracting but also retaining staff is a major challenge for organisations everywhere
A new business set up by William Fry matches experienced lawyers looking for flexible work with companies who need people to work on short-term assignments
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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