Is your benefits strategy missing a digital trick?
The right employee benefits strategy can make your people feel more valued, engaged and may reduce sickness absence, helping to shape the culture of your organisation. It is estimated that UK employers could be spending up to £15bn on benefits staff do not want. Fortunately, the ongoing rise of digitisation and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) […]
Final call for delegate places at next month’s HR Summit!
Have you secured your spot to the HR Summit? It’s a must-attend event for key HR buyers and leading solution providers – Register today to join HR peers from Aldi, Liverpool FC, Sofology and more! Taking place on the 11th February, at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Manchester Airport, this free event provides an opportunity for you to source the solutions you need for your […]
January 2025 is Team Building Month on HR Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on HR Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the human resources sector – and in January we’ll be focussing on Team Building. It’s all part of our new ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help HR industry professionals find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a Team Building […]
Online courses for HR professionals – Fully updated for 2025
We have a wide selection of online courses tailored specifically for the HR sector, enabling you to both amass new skills and improve existing ones in 2025 and beyond – start learning today! These are specially-curated online courses designed to help you and your team improve expertise and learn new things. The Human Resources online […]
Are workers being punished financially for ignoring advice for AI?
Workers are punished for ignoring AI recommendations and making their own decisions, even if the decision is justified and leads to a better outcome, according to research by Frankfurt School of Finance and Management and ESMT Berlin. In fact, the researchers found that managers punished workers, through lower bonus payments, when they swayed from AI […]
Boosting Staff Well-Being and Productivity Through Workplace Meals
Offering food in the workplace can transform the employee experience, and companies like Foodles make it seamless. Here’s why it matters: Enhanced Employee Wellbeing: Nutritious, ready-to-eat meals support health and energy levels. Foodles delivers chef-prepared dishes catering to diverse dietary needs, such as vegan, halal, and gluten-free options, ensuring inclusivity. Boosted Productivity: Employees save time and stress […]
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT MONTH: How to remain connected in a hybrid world
As businesses face challenges like hybrid work models, talent retention, and rising employee expectations, innovative tools and techniques are reshaping how organisations foster engagement. Here’s an overview of the biggest developments, including best practices, technologies, costs, and future trends… 1. Best Practices: Personalisation and Continuous Feedback Modern employee engagement strategies emphasise personalisation and ongoing communication. Best practices include […]
Discrimination against young women in the workplace now at a three-year high – Research
Research from the charity Young Women’s Trust has found that nearly a third of managers with responsibility for HR and recruitment decisions (30%) agreed that they are aware of instances of young women being discriminated against in the past year. The data comes alongside a survey of young women who reported rising levels of discrimination […]
Struggling to Bring Your Employees Back to the Office?
Foodles revolutionises workplace meals with our innovative smart fridge solutions, empowering HR leaders to provide their teams with fresh, affordable meal options every day. With Foodles, you provide your team with accessible, affordable, and high-quality meals thatenhance collaboration and productivity. For more details, visit the website. Or to set up a tasting, email us at sales-uk@foodles.com.
SUCCESSION PLANNING MONTH: How to define goals to pick the best partners
Effective succession planning is a strategic priority for organisations in both the private and public sectors, ensuring continuity in leadership and mitigating the risks of key talent departures. For senior HR professionals, sourcing the right succession planning partners and solutions is essential to building robust leadership pipelines and fostering organisational resilience. Here’s how to approach […]