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Talent retention stories - Page 1

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Baseline flexibility won’t futureproof tech businesses from fierce competition for talent
4 days ago
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flexible work
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workforce management
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talent attraction
Amidst a surge in demand for flexible work, 58% of Australian tech companies are losing talent to rivals offering better options, raising competitiveness concerns.
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Productivity cited as top priority for GBS leaders in 2024
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rpa
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genai
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Zinnov and ProHance's study reveals 53% of Global Business Services leaders prioritise productivity in 2024, addressing economic instability and talent retention with robust frameworks.
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UK businesses lag in cybersecurity & tech connectivity
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Only 25% businesses in the United Kingdom see themselves as cybersecurity leaders, placing the UK last among surveyed countries.
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Study finds tech connectivity drives leadership in business
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supply chain & logistics
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risk & compliance
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TeamViewer's latest research reveals that 33% of businesses with top-tier tech connectivity report industry-leading financial performance, compared to 16% with good connectivity.
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UK firms lag in cybersecurity confidence, study reveals
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supply chain & logistics
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
Only 25% of UK businesses perceive themselves as cybersecurity leaders, highlighting tech connectivity's impact on performance and resilience.
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HeyFlow secures GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios
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storage
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ai
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workplace
HeyFlow has secured GBP £235,000 from Aer Venture Studios to enhance its platform, tackling workplace reproductive health issues and promoting gender inclusion.
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Gartner identifies six transformative technologies for governments
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data analytics
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genai
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Gartner's latest Hype Cycle reveals six pivotal technologies set to revolutionise digital government services, including AI code assistants, GenAI, and predictive analytics.
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The surprising soft ROI of cloud ERP systems
Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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iot
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collaboration
Cloud ERP systems promise not just cost savings and efficiency, but also improve employee morale, customer service, and adaptability, offering unexpected benefits beyond traditional ROI measures.
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Tackling the financial services talent shortage: Key to driving digital transformation
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
The financial services sector in the UK is grappling with a severe talent shortage, as 160,000 workers need upskilling to drive essential digital transformation.
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Deputy launches Shift Pulse+ to boost worker engagement & insight
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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hcm
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digital engagement
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payroll systems
Deputy boosts HR suite with Shift Pulse+ upgrade, enhancing employee engagement and sentiment insights to tackle staffing and retention challenges.
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NZ businesses shift from survival to growth, says 2degrees study
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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productivity
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inflation
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2degrees
A study by 2degrees reveals that New Zealand businesses are shifting from survival to growth, with more firms thriving and optimistic about future revenue.
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Ashdown Group releases 2024 IT salary guide amid economic shifts
Fri, 24th May 2024
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devops
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advanced persistent threat protection
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apm
The Ashdown Group's 2024 IT Salary Guide reveals a 27% drop in job posts amid economic slowdown, but optimism rises with potential Bank of England rate cuts.
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Australian firms struggle to attract skilled talent
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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salaries
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workforce management
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research
New research from Robert Half reveals growing concerns among Australian employers about attracting skilled talent in 2024.
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Workforce readiness gap found in UK businesses, study shows
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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it training
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ai
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productivity
A new study reveals a workforce readiness gap in UK businesses, with 63% of executives citing unpreparedness and 45% of employees feeling unsupported.
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Barriers inhibiting uptake of human-centric app development
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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software development
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developers
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investment
Despite believing human-centric app development is crucial, just 24% of Australians are implementing relevant measures.
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Four-day week could become standard by 2029 – report
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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fwa
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productivity
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mental health
One third of Singapore's workforce predicts a four-day work week to be standard by 2029, according to a recent survey.
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What are professional services? (examples + key statistics)
Mon, 25th Mar 2024
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devops
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apm
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healthtech
The professional services industry, valued at $6.02tn in 2022, incorporates diverse sectors from supply chain management to cybersecurity consulting.
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Australian finance salaries to rise, hints Robert Half
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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inflation
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salaries
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employment
Australian finance and accounting professionals' salaries set for a rise following a significant 6.5% sector growth.
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Singapore staff favour hybrid work models, study shows
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
The majority of Singaporean professionals have voiced strong preferences for hybrid or entirely remote work, despite company endeavors to increase office attendance, a Global Workplace Guide survey reveals.
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IWD 2024: The big risk of too few women in Aotearoa's tech sector
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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cleantech
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productivity
The scarcity of women in Aotearoa's tech sector, including cybersecurity, exacerbates risks of talent shortage, low productivity, staff turnover, and weaker business outcomes, experts warn.