Technology

Towards building an empowering culture of Artificial Intelligence

Laura Aymerich-Franch

As we move into the era of AI democratisation, it is crucial to foster a healthy human-AI coexistence as Dr. Laura Aymerich-Franch explores How do we promote an empowering culture of AI within the organization? This article introduces an empowering view of AI that distinguishes fear from risk awareness, and enables assessing risks and opportunities from a balanced, non-emotionally biased approach. When we have an empowered mindset, we see possibilities Guiding employees and organisations to effectively move from a powerless…

L&D – adapting to the pace of change

Paul Heath

Paul Heath calls upon all learning and development pros to be ready for technological change The pressure on businesses and their employees to adopt technology and transform digitally is ever-increasing. But when the pace of change is so rapid, how do learning and development (L&D) professionals ensure their people can keep up and succeed? L&D people must adopt the latest learning methods. Training is no longer just about making information available but helping individuals become the best versions of themselves.…

Why inclusion in training is vital

Joanne Lockwood

Joanne Lockwood argues that inclusion and training is a business necessity and that L&D must ensure it meets the needs of all learners The professional landscape is constantly evolving, and businesses are now sourcing talent from all corners of the globe. To thrive in such a diverse environment, it’s vital for organisations to give equal weight to both training and inclusion, yet many are grappling with the challenge of melding these two crucial elements, resulting in missed opportunities and diminished…

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Joining the dots . . . on buying learning technology

Martin Couzins

This month Martin Couzins asks is there a better way for corporate learning buyers and vendors to do business? What does an L&D leader looking to invest in new learning technology do when faced with more than 400 brands to choose from? RedThread Research recently published a graphic of the learning technology landscape, featuring more than 400 vendors across 35 areas of functionality. The learning technology market is broad and growing – so lots of choice, but the reality is…

Personalisation: the route to engagement and success

Tommy Richardson

Research shows employees want to improve their skills and expect a tailored approach. Tommy Richardson explains how asking the right questions leads to success Corporate training has evolved over the past four years with the move to remote and hybrid work creating an increased demand for digital learning opportunities. Because of this shift, it’s imperative employers adjust quickly and expand virtual learning and development (L&D) programmes to meet the needs of their business and their employees. The demands of today’s…

7 questions to ask before scheduling a meeting

Jenny Herbison

It’s time to question the norm about meetings, says Jenny Herbison. Here she suggests ways to change our approach in 2023 In today’s digital era, the way we connect, collaborate, and communicate has experienced a paradigm shift. With the transformation brought about by technological advancements and the omnipresent shadow of the Covid-19 pandemic, we find ourselves at a pivotal juncture in 2023. The pandemic sent companies scrambling to adapt to remote work, often without adequate preparation. In the years since,…

Challenger banks leading the way in sustainability

Glenn Gillis

Glenn Gillis looks at the role challenger banks have in the search for a greener world and the role gamification has in changing attitudes Concerns about climate change are influencing consumer choices more than ever, with nearly three-quarters of Britons anxious about global warming. As sustainability becomes a top priority for customers, 92% of them are more willing to trust a business that supports action on environmental issues. This is shaping trends in the financial sector; a recent report found…

Fighting the war on cyber crime

Joseph Carson

The corporate battle against cybercrime is raging every day, don’t be a casualty, follow Joseph Carson’s tips and keep your systems safe War, in all its forms, has had a significant impact on society throughout history, with battles won and lost shaping the course of events for future generations. But while most wars have been fought on the physical battlefield, a new kind of fight has emerged and everyone is involved. Over the past few years, the Internet has become…

TJ Newsflash: 13 April

Training Journal

TJ’s weekly roundup of news, views, research and insights for those working in talent, skills, learning and development UK employees concerned about careers because of fertility problems A new survey, conducted by Fertility Family, has revealed that 1 in 5 UK employees are concerned about missing career opportunities due to their fertility struggles. This follows a new report from WHO which found 1 in 6 people worldwide are affected by infertility. This news is particularly relevant to the proposal of…

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TJ Newsflash: 6 April

Debbie Carter

Here is the pre-Easter newsflash from TJ. The editor Debbie Carter selects stories, research findings and insights for all those interested in talent, skills and people development New report from Accenture reveals the foundations of a new reality New research from Accenture finds that generative AI and other rapidly evolving technologies are ushering in a bold new future for business as physical and digital worlds become inextricably linked. They identify four factors that together will revolutionise how organisations will operate:…