Tag: Employee Engagement

Is the 9-to-5 model dead? UK workers are fighting for flexibility

A growing number of UK employees struggle with burnout, and a lack of workplace flexibility is a key factor. A recent study by CV Genius, which surveyed 1,000 full-time workers, revealed that three in ten employees blame rigid work arrangements...

Navigating uncertainty: job cuts, pregnancy discrimination, and airline industry shifts

Thousands of women lose jobs due to pregnancy discrimination New research by Pregnant Then Screwed and Women In Data reveals that up to 74,000 women lose their jobs annually due to pregnancy or maternity leave, a rise from 54,000 a decade...

goHappy’s new tools tackle frontline communication chaos

HR and operations managers trying to keep frontline employees engaged often face two major hurdles: crafting effective communication and making sense of employee feedback. goHappy, an app-free engagement platform, has introduced new AI-powered capabilities designed to streamline both.The AI-driven enhancements...

Warehouses face urgent need for automation to meet demand

The warehouse industry is undergoing a major transformation, with 63% of warehouse leaders planning to implement AI and augmented reality (AR) technologies within the next five years. According to a study by Zebra Technologies, 64% intend to increase their investments...

One-third of UK employers to cut pay rises in 2025 amid rising employment costs

A recent survey by Towers Watson reveals that a third of UK employers plan to scale back pay rises in 2025, citing rising employment costs following last year’s budget changes. The National Insurance Pulse Survey showed that salary budgets fell...

GoTo enhances contact centres with AI-driven quality management

GoTo has introduced AI Quality Management for its GoTo Connect Contact Centre—the latest tool that leverages generative AI to automate reporting and analysis. This solution transforms how businesses train and coach their customer service teams by delivering instant, actionable insights.“With...

Elon Musk’s shake-up, hidden hustles, and the widening class pay divide

Musk’s federal workforce overhaul sparks controversyElon Musk, appointed by President Trump to lead the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge), has ordered federal employees to list their weekly accomplishments or face resignation. The directive, announced on X, has sparked backlash, with...

Hospitality industry braces for job cuts amid tax hike

A significant number of hospitality businesses are preparing to cut jobs in response to an upcoming increase in employer National Insurance contributions, which will take effect in April.A recent survey by the British Beer and Pub Association, the British Institute...

Challenges for UK businesses: legal risks, job cuts, and ROI justification

Workplace ‘banter’ poses legal risks for employers   Workplace banter continues to challenge businesses, with 57 tribunal cases last year linked to discrimination and harassment, according to GQ Littler. Allegations included racist, sexist, and inappropriate remarks, often dismissed as harmless jokes. Employment...

HR under scrutiny, experience trumps location and closing the 50+ gender pay gap

Leaders voice doubts about HR and marketing effectiveness Nearly half (45%) of business leaders question professionalism in HR, marketing, and sales, according to the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). Professional development is seen as key to improving perceptions. HR professionals must...