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Digital adoption isn’t an add-on – it’s the foundation of success for any systems roll out

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David Starkings looks at implementation and adoption success, sharing a framework for building digital competence Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems represent significant investments for organisations, yet their implementation success rates remain concerningly low. Despite advances in technology, approximately 60% of…

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Leadership showdown: The devil of a manager wears Prada

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From fierce to friendly. How different leadership styles shape careers, workplace culture and business success – by Steve Macaulay and David Buchanan This article explores how different leadership styles work in various contexts, why some are more accepted by employees…

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8 essential components of a successful DEI training programme

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Diversity, equity and inclusion isn’t a box to tick, it’s a gamechanger. Get it right with these eight insights for lasting impact, writes Eleanor Hecks Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) have become the top goals of many workplaces. Organisations recognise the…

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Your multi-dimensional workforce is a valuable asset: Three ways to make the most of difference 

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Turn diversity into success with three instantly actionable insights from David Buchanan and Steve Macaulay  You know the saying: it takes all sorts? That’s the perfect description of today’s workforce. Look around your team and you’ll see different ages, ethnicities,…

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Maximising ROI on training programmes in 2025: Strategies for a high-impact workforce

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Personalise learning, engage stakeholders and embrace artificial intelligence to unlock real value, writes Rob Porter  As organisations increasingly invest in training and development to drive productivity and ensure business growth, measuring these programmes’ return on investment has become a critical issue.…

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From influence to action: key lessons from the World of Learning Summit 2025

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How can L&D leaders drive real impact, influence strategy, and transform learning in the workplace? Be inspired by the industry’s leading thinkers and practitioners in this conference summary What does it truly mean for L&D to have “a seat at…

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Getting to grips with extended reality and immersive learning 

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The benefits include enhanced engagement and better knowledge retention, but how do you get started? Philip Moore has your step-by-step guide to introducing XR learning to your organisation  Learning technology as we know it is evolving. Today, extended reality (XR) is…

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Empowering employees: What to expect from the people profession in 2025 

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From digital tools to workplace wellbeing, experts predict key trends shaping the Human Resources industry  The HR industry saw a range of different trends throughout 2024, from stalling salaries to increased tech spending. A key focus has been on flexible…

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Creating a workplace where employees thrive: How benefits packages can help 

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Meeting employees’ physical, mental and financial needs is key to boosting engagement and cutting turnover – Frank Mengert reveals how benefits can drive organisational success  Every business wants to have a highly productive workforce. But in order to achieve this, organisations…

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How Instant Document Processing is shaping the future of work in people operations 

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A transformative automation tool can streamline onboarding processes, save time, reduce costs and improve accuracy – Gaurav Sharma tells us more  Working in the people profession means a constant bombardment of tedious tasks, like sifting through countless applications and verifying…

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