New enMotion Robots Aim to Cut Travel Time by 80 Percent Summary EnVista has launched enMotion, a warehouse robot platform powered by GreyOrange’s GreyMatter software. The suite coordinates multiple robot types and warehouse systems using AI to streamline order picking, inventory movements and people flow. The inaugural enMotion Robotics release includes LiDAR-guided robotic forklifts for […]
Equities process Summary The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), as part of the UK intelligence community, has published the UK’s ‘Equities Process’ — the formal approach for deciding what to do when vulnerabilities are discovered in technology. The default is to disclose vulnerabilities to vendors so they can be fixed, but in some cases the […]
Turning thank yous into a cultural force Summary This piece argues that workplace perks (free lattes, beanbags) create short-lived satisfaction, whereas consistent, sincere appreciation drives long-term engagement, retention and performance. It explains the psychology and ROI of recognition, offers practical “micro-rituals” (shout-outs, peer-to-peer praise, instant thank-yous, surprise recognition) and gives a pragmatic week-one blueprint for […]
Eradicating trivial vulnerabilities, at scale Summary The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has published a paper — “A method to assess ‘forgivable’ vs ‘unforgivable’ vulnerabilities” — that builds on MITRE’s concept of ‘unforgivable vulnerabilities’. The paper proposes a practical method to assess whether a vulnerability is forgivable or unforgivable by quantifying how easy it would […]
Exercise caution when building off LLMs Summary Large Language Models (LLMs) have attracted widespread interest since ChatGPT’s release, and organisations are rapidly integrating them into services. The NCSC cautions that our understanding of LLMs is still ‘in beta’: models and vendor offerings change quickly, behaviours can be unpredictable, and specific vulnerabilities (notably prompt injection) allow […]
Hong Kong court increases fines on contractors over fatal construction site accident Summary Hong Kong’s Kwun Tong Magistrates’ Courts has revised sentencing and significantly increased fines for contractors involved in a fatal construction accident in Yau Tong. The incident, on 14 December 2022, saw a worker fatally struck while dismantling an I-beam. Three contractors — […]
Up the ranks: Smith appoints Winnie Wong as HR Director for APAC Summary Smith, a global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, has appointed Winnie Wong as Director of Human Resources for the APAC region. Based in Hong Kong, Wong will lead HR initiatives across offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Seoul, Tokyo, Penang and […]
Interview: How Tesla’s former DEI director, Kristen Kavanaugh, chose courage over fear Summary Kristen Kavanaugh, former DEI director at Tesla and Marine Corps veteran, describes how small, consistent acts of courage build resilient leadership. She reflects on personal “moments that mattered” (coming out after Don’t Ask Don’t Tell, challenging performative DEI, resisting harmful public commentary) […]
Crypto groups hit out at Bank of England plan to limit stablecoin ownership Summary The Bank of England is reportedly moving to tighten rules around stablecoins, including measures that would limit ownership or access for some retail investors and bolster regulatory control over issuers and platforms. Crypto industry groups have reacted strongly, saying the proposals […]
Here are your finalists for the HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2025, Singapore Summary The finalists for the HR Vendors of the Year (VOTY) Awards 2025 in Singapore have been announced. Now in its 20th year, the awards remain a key benchmark for HR solution providers across the region. The gala will take place […]
