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Preventing hand and finger injuries in the workplace
Risk & Compliance

Preventing hand and finger injuries in the workplace

Safer tools, stronger supervision and brief stretching routines can reduce costly cuts, crushes and punctures for workers on the job.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020
Historic bullying by employee costs Allianz more than A$1.3 million
Human Capital Management

Historic bullying by employee costs Allianz more than A$1.3 million

A NSW court has ordered Allianz to pay damages after a manager’s bullying and physical abuse left an employee with severe psychiatric injury.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019
Are you eligible for ACC’s workplace injury prevention subsidy?
Risk & Compliance

Are you eligible for ACC’s workplace injury prevention subsidy?

Manufacturers with 6 to 99 staff can now tap ACC funding for safety advice as workplace injuries remain a major risk in New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019
Are the millennials right about Artificial Intelligence?
Robotics

Are the millennials right about Artificial Intelligence?

Firms risk missing AI’s biggest gains unless younger staff push change, as the technology is set to reshape jobs rather than erase them.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2019
Five types of employees that could be wreaking havoc on your company
Human Capital Management

Five types of employees that could be wreaking havoc on your company

Poor retention may be driven by five disruptive employee types, from micromanagers to toxic superstars, which push colleagues out.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2019
Unprecedented triple tie at NZ safety awards
Disaster Recovery

Unprecedented triple tie at NZ safety awards

More than 400 guests applauded as mental health and wellbeing took centre stage, with three winners sharing one award for the first time.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2019
The one trait all remote workers need and how to cultivate it
Human Capital Management

The one trait all remote workers need and how to cultivate it

Regular thanks can improve remote workers’ sleep and morale, while also cutting sick days and strengthening team commitment.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2019
Conquering stress and a heavy workload
Data Analytics

Conquering stress and a heavy workload

High workloads can damage health and performance, but managers can cut stress by delegating, pacing tasks and taking regular breaks.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2019

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Workplace culture stories

Transforming the future of work, one conversation at a time
Unified Communications

Transforming the future of work, one conversation at a time

As technology enables seamless communication, the work from anywhere concept is reshaping corporate landscapes, enhancing productivity, and reducing costs.

By Charles Heunemann • 4 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
Digital wellness key to superior employee experience - Citrix study
Virtualisation

Digital wellness key to superior employee experience - Citrix study

Digital wellness reflects the way that workplaces and their employees create an intentional and healthy relationship with workplace technology.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2020
Culture Amp recruits diversity & inclusion veteran Aubrey Blanche
Atlassian

Culture Amp recruits diversity & inclusion veteran Aubrey Blanche

Culture Amp appoints DEI veteran Aubrey Blanche as global head of equitable design and impact, highlighting its commitment to a more inclusive workplace.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2020
Three trends set to define work in the new decade
Workforce Technology

Three trends set to define work in the new decade

As the 2020s unfold, three key trends—human-centric HR, flexible working, and lifelong learning—are set to redefine the workplace landscape.

By Dan Fish • 5 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020
Okta report outlines the new decade, new apps & new ways to work
Okta

Okta report outlines the new decade, new apps & new ways to work

Businesses and employees are using more applications, new technologies, and learning more than ever before, according to Okta's 2020 Businesses @ Work report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2020
Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion starter kit to help Asia Pacific organisations

Culture Amp offers free Diversity - Inclusion starter kit to Singapore and Asia Pacific organizations, aiming to address workplace diversity deficit.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2019
Tata Consultancy Services named Number One Top Employer in Asia Pacific
Tata

Tata Consultancy Services named Number One Top Employer in Asia Pacific

Tata Consultancy Services has been named the Number One Top Employer in Asia Pacific for the second consecutive year, excelling in ten HR areas.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019
ANZ tech workers not feeling the happiness
Human Capital Management

ANZ tech workers not feeling the happiness

A new report reveals tech workers in Australia and New Zealand are less happy at work than the global average, citing poor work-life balance and high workloads.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019
Oracle, CrimsonLogic amongst best places to work in Singapore
Human Capital Management

Oracle, CrimsonLogic amongst best places to work in Singapore

CrimsonLogic and Oracle, alongside others, have been recognised as top workplaces in Singapore by HR Asia, following a survey of over 8,000 employees.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2019
Allianz executive swap program creates stronger company culture
Human Capital Management

Allianz executive swap program creates stronger company culture

Allianz's new HR programme lets senior executives shadow colleagues, fostering stronger company culture and better collaboration across global operations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Oct 2019