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Pursuing prime candidates
Annie WaiteRecruiting and retaining the most talented employees is something all organizations are striving to do. This issue delves into the complex arena of employee retention issues and…
Putting people at the top of the agenda
Richard ScaseHR must take responsibility for putting the fun back into work if they wish to attract a younger workforce, argues Professor Richard Scase.
Improving ECB’s efficiency
The European Central Bank (ECB) is one of the increasing numbers of companies relying on software‐based solutions to make their recruitment processes more efficient. In 2004, HR…
How to implement an HR software system
Michael RichardsMore than a third of HR and payroll professionals don’t know the number of sick days their staff take, how long they stay in their jobs, or the cost of recruitment, according to…
Sally Gregory, Vanguard Rental
Sally Gregory is vice president of HR at Vanguard Rental EMEA, where she is also responsible for the internal communications function. Gregory originally joined the company in…
Measuring employee absence
Hewlett Packard (HP), a major technology solutions provider, is working with BUPA, a global health and care organization, to provide an integrated healthcare package to HP…
Boosting leadership skills at the Northern Ireland Office
Mandi Sherlock‐StoreyDuring an organizationwide change program, the Northern Ireland Office identified a need to improve its leadership development. A tailored training program with follow‐up sessions…
Linking personality data to HMCE’s competency framework
Geoff TrickeyGeoff Trickey, managing director at Psychological Consultancy Ltd, explains how using psychometric testing at Her Majesty’s Customs and Excise helped discover connections between…
Releasing profits to partners at John Lewis Partnership
Andy StreetAndy Street, director of personnel at John Lewis Partnership reveals how his company’s unique organizational structure affects its unusual approach to employee rewards and truly…
Research and results: A look at current trends and data
Generation Y motivated by alternative benefit options, High sales figures boost employee motivation programs, HR function changes create career development issues.
Involving staff in change initiatives at GASCO: Enhancing employee engagement through long‐term commitment opportunities
Tom BartridgeTom Bartridge, a change management consultant and previously team leader on the GASCO 21 merger project, shows how GASCO actively involved its employees in all stages of a major…
How coaching drives high performance at Portman: Instilling a culture of high performance from the top down
Ann ElliotPortman Building Society created a culture of optimum performance by appointing “Coaching Champions” to encourage employees to excel and improve retention rates. Its HR director…
Inspiring new standards at Connex‐Vodafone: Using company culture to make a brand impression in a fast‐growing market
Sue Wright, Matt RalphCreating exceptional customer service in an environment where such standards don’t exist was a challenge for the Connex‐Vodafone group in Romania. Sue Wright and Matt Ralph of The…
Overcoming four HR outsourcing obstacles: Top tips for tackling a selection of HR outsourcing challenges
Andrew SmithWith the outsourcing of various HR activities increasingly falling under the remit of senior HR practitioners, Andrew Smith, outsourcing partner at international law firm Morrison…
Identifying career routes and key skills at Atkins: Increasing retention rates by fostering engagement with development plans
Brian FitzgeraldIntroducing Management Development Centres enabled Atkins to map its employees’ potential career routes by assessing their key capabilities and interests, explains Brian…
ISSN:
1475-4398Online date, start – end:
2004Copyright Holder:
Emerald Publishing LimitedOpen Access:
hybridEditors:
- Dr Javier Bajer
- Nicholas King