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HR’s expanding global remit
Annie WaiteAround the world, HR practitioners from all industries are beginning to think on a global scale. The impact more advanced and efficient HR systems, technological progress…
Responding to the changing workforce
Devyani VaishampayanHR professionals must prepare for the imminent shift in employee demographics, technology and social trends, warns Devyani Vaishampayan.
How do I prove to the CEO that HR is a profit centre?
Dave UlrichToo often, HR is the first on the cutting block of retrenchment simply because its value isn’t clearly articulated. Since value is defined by the receiver more than the giver, HR…
How to use innovative approaches to retain key talent
Michael Baker, Diane Kubal, Tom O’RourkeHR return on investment (ROI) is still important, as is the need to create business cases for HR programs. But, as companies move toward profitable growth, the focus is no longer…
Cathryn Gabor, AXA Equitable US
Cathryn Gabor is senior vice president of talent management and HR. Previously, she has held positions at W.L. Gore & Associates, Capital One, and Tellabs. She graduated from…
Why contextual thinking is vital
Miles Overholt, Jay JamrogStaff and faculty of the Management Centre Europe and the Human Resource Institute are rapidly learning about the true complexity involved in the creation of integrated metrics…
Promoting “EXCITE”ing brand values at General Motors UK
Jos SharpJos Sharp, internal communications manager, explains how global car manufacturer, General Motors, has developed an award‐winning employee motivation program.
Developing bespoke recruitment processes at SWIFT
When SWIFT identified China as one of its key growth markets, it needed to implement a robust and reliable staffing system that would allow it to continually employ the best and…
Rolling out Vanco’s global remuneration package
Steve MansfieldVanco’s Group HR Manager, Steve Mansfield, explains how the telecomms company was able to deliver a consistent benefits package to employees covering all of its regions.
Research and results: A look at current trends and data
Poor management blamed for inefficiency problems, Europeans recognize importance of corporate strategy, 51 percent of UK employers offer flexible working hours, Traditional…
Embracing and managing diversity at Dell: Introducing flexible working and a women’s network to help retain key employees
Richard LowtherDell has introduced a number of key initiatives which helped to increase employee morale and retention rates. Its UK HR director, Richard Lowther, explains how management buy‐in…
Managing Sepracor’s employment brand: Tracking the employment brand’s contribution to business strategy
Regina DeTore, David JacksonSepracor, a pharmaceuticals provider, introduced a strategic plan to help develop an employment brand and support its growth. Regina DeTore, Sepracor’s VP of HR, and David…
Assessing culture at Sun Microsystems: Using a unique exercise to generate vital cultural data during an acquisition
Charles TerranovaSun Microsystems developed a merger and acquisition data‐capturing exercise, which was put into practice when the company acquired StorageTek. Charles “Terry” Terranova, a senior…
Measuring the impact of values at BDO Stoy Hayward: Creating an award‐winning business with strong values‐based management
Nick TatchellIn 2001, BDO Stoy Hayward decided to develop a strong values‐based culture, which has generated major enhancements in staff opinions, during a period of restructure and business…
Researching onboarding best practice: Using research to connect onboarding processes with employee satisfaction
Alice SnellThe early stages of onboarding are crucial to establishing a lasting bond between employees and the company. Alice Snell, vice president of the research division of talent…
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- Dr Javier Bajer
- Nicholas King