Finance leaders are gearing up for a pivotal year as the pressure mounts from economic uncertainties and the race for digital transformation accelerates. This article from SAP Concur discusses how CFOs can harness innovation, collaboration, and AI to drive growth forward. Source: How Finance Leaders Can Drive Growth In Uncertain Times Key Points 96% of […]
McKinsey research reveals that healthy organisations, those with strong performance cultures, consistently outperform their peers. This article dives deep into the state of organisational health in Southeast Asia through data from over 200,000 respondents. It highlights significant strengths and opportunities for improvement among companies in the region, emphasising the importance of innovation, accountability, and organisational […]
The article discusses the increasing concerns surrounding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in policing amid Trump’s administration’s backlash against DEI initiatives. As police forces strive to become more representative with officers like Colleen Jackson leading efforts in Shaker Heights, there’s a looming threat of funding cuts and a negative cultural shift within police departments in […]
Summary Infogain has announced the appointment of Soma Pandey as their new Chief People Officer. Based in Bengaluru, she will be reporting directly to CEO Dinesh Venugopal. Soma is expected to lead a global people strategy that aligns with Infogain’s goals of innovation and inclusivity. With a wealth of experience from companies like Cognizant and […]
Summary In response to President Trump’s recent comments regarding immigration policies, employers are facing escalating challenges in filling workforce gaps exacerbated by stricter immigration enforcement. Employers voice concerns over staff shortages and the implications of Trump’s enforcement measures, particularly as they consider hiring undocumented workers. Legal experts highlight the uncertainty surrounding undocumented immigrants and how […]
Summary NCC Group, a leading UK-based cybersecurity firm, is reviewing various strategic options for its Escode division, which focuses on software escrow and verification services. This exploration might include the potential sale of Escode. Following this announcement, NCC Group’s shares saw a notable increase, peaking at 12% on the London stock exchange. However, the company […]
The recent Supreme Court decision defined ‘woman’ as biologically based, stirring up debate around HR practices regarding the transgender community. If you’re in HR, this is something you’ll need to navigate carefully as the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) offers updated guidance on this matter. It’s crucial for HR professionals to stay informed and […]
In my experience, regulatory compliance within the gambling sector is often perceived as a necessary operational discipline, engaged only once change is imminent or enforced. However, this reactive posture is increasingly insufficient in a global environment where regulatory landscapes evolve rapidly and often unpredictably. Organisations that limit themselves to responding to regulatory changes find themselves […]
A new interactive tool has been launched by Pfizer and the Office of Health Economics (OHE) to assist employers in assessing the financial impact of respiratory illnesses on their workforce. By providing tailored cost estimates related to absenteeism and presenteeism due to short-term respiratory infections, employers can gain insights into a significant yet often overlooked […]
Many gambling organisations persistently adopt a reactive stance towards licensing and regulatory compliance, often treating regulatory change as a nuisance to be managed after the fact. Yet, increasingly, regulatory agility is becoming a critical factor in organisational resilience and sustained competitiveness. Reactive compliance, waiting until rules are enforced, leads inevitably to strategic disruption, rushed implementations, […]
