This article discusses findings from Highspring’s inaugural Agility Index Report, revealing that companies embracing agility are significantly more likely to see revenue growth. With a rapidly changing business landscape, organisations that adapt quickly are the ones thriving. Source: HRO Today Key Points Agile companies are twice as likely to report revenue growth compared to those […]
Acting Chair of the EEOC, Andrea Lucas, has issued a technical assistance memo raising concerns about certain Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives potentially leading to discrimination. The memo specifically addresses traditional practices such as the Rooney Rule, employee resource groups, and DEI training, cautioning that they might inadvertently promote unlawful racial balancing. Source: Lexology […]
Summary Box, Inc. has shared its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, revealing a revenue of $276 million, representing a 4% year-over-year growth. The company also saw a significant increase in remaining performance obligations (RPO), climbing by 21% to a total of $1.469 billion. Key highlights include a GAAP operating margin […]
Summary The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently upheld the city of Atlanta’s decision to demote a former interim watershed director, clarifying that her conduct—rather than her Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave—was the reason for the demotion. The court determined that the city had valid, nondiscriminatory reasons for its actions, including insubordination […]
Amazon Aurora DSQL has officially launched, bringing a serverless, distributed SQL database solution designed to meet high availability and strong consistency requirements. This innovative database can scale effortlessly to handle various workloads while ensuring PostgreSQL compatibility and zero infrastructure management. Moreover, it boasts read and write speeds up to 4x faster than other databases, making […]
UKG is gearing up to host its free HR & Payroll eSymposium on June 11. This event is tailored for HR and payroll professionals who want to bolster their influence and secure crucial buy-in from leadership on pivotal projects. The eSymposium promises a full day of actionable insights, featuring industry leaders such as Rachel Barger […]
In a startling development, global sportswear brand Adidas confirmed it was targeted by a significant cyberattack. The breach appears to have compromised customer data, disrupting operations and raising concerns about the security vulnerabilities within the retail sector. While specific details remain under investigation, early reports suggest that attacker exploitations may involve data theft, system downtime, […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) has quietly infiltrated various core functions across companies, not through grand transformations, but through gradual adoption. Departments like HR and compliance are now utilising large language models (LLMs) to enhance their processes. However, alongside this rise, a concerning aspect has emerged: the neglect of data provenance, which is essential for effective governance. […]
Artificial intelligence is causing the most significant tech skills shortage in over 15 years, according to a new report by Nash Squared/Harvey Nash. The Digital Leadership Report reveals a drastic rise in demand for AI skills, with almost 51% of technology leaders reporting a shortage, a substantial increase from 28% in the previous year. Source: […]
As technology rapidly evolves, HR faces fresh skill development challenges. A recent study from CompTIA highlights the pressing need for organisations to enhance their skill-building efforts, particularly in response to the surge in AI technology. Source: HRO Today Key Points 91% of organisations are prioritising skill development to address talent gaps. AI, cybersecurity, and data […]
