Employee Retention stories
Workplace tech issues cost Aussie firms time, money & talent
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Australian firms lose 1.3 workdays monthly per employee to tech issues, causing revenue losses and higher staff turnover, says new industry research.
Australian firms value branding but fail to invest with discipline
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Despite 81% of Australian business leaders valuing branding as vital, only 16% plan to boost investment, revealing a gap between belief and action.
WorkBuzz launches AI tool to decode employee survey feedback
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WorkBuzz has launched Perspectives, an AI tool that swiftly decodes employee survey feedback into actionable insights for business leaders and HR teams.
Firms risk losing 40% productivity gains as AI training lags
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Despite 88% of employees using AI, companies risk losing up to 40% of productivity gains due to poor training and weak talent strategies, a global survey finds.
Enterprise software complexity costs UK economy GBP £32 billion
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Complex enterprise software is costing the UK economy GBP £32 billion yearly, with wasted investments and lost productivity hindering business growth.
How AI is transforming the way we measure employee experience
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AI is revolutionising employee experience measurement in UK firms, shifting from annual surveys to real-time insights that boost morale and retention.
Beyond the spreadsheet: Why AI forecasting is a must-have, not a nice-to-have
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AI forecasting revolutionises contact centres by replacing outdated spreadsheets, boosting staffing accuracy and customer satisfaction amid volatile market demands.
Job security trumps burnout as Aussies seek stability, not change
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Amid rising burnout, just 18% of Australian workers consider changing jobs, favouring stability over uncertainty, reveals new ELMO Software research.
Transformation efforts fuel burnout & uncertainty for employees
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A global study reveals 45% of employees face burnout amid constant transformation, with AI projects speeding fatigue and prompting 36% to consider quitting.
Anne Tosky appointed Global Chief People Officer at ELMO
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ELMO Software appoints Anne Tosky as Global Chief People Officer to lead people strategy amid expansion in Australia, New Zealand and the UK.
Poor IT support lowers morale & performance across UK firms
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Poor IT support is harming morale and performance across UK firms, with 72% of IT pros reporting negative impacts on job satisfaction, TOPdesk finds.
Security sector faces tech lag & workforce pressure, report finds
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Nearly half of security providers lag in adopting AI, while workforce pressures and tech gaps challenge the sector's future, says Trackforce report.
Blackbird IT earns Great Place to Work certification after survey
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Blackbird IT has earned Great Place to Work certification, with 88% of employees rating it highly, surpassing Australia's 60% national average.
Australian firms embrace AI in hiring, face compliance challenges
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Nearly 30% of Australian firms use AI in hiring, but many face compliance and fairness challenges, with over a quarter abandoning tools over such issues.
‘Earn As You Learn’ scheme expands to tackle skills crisis
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New Zealand’s ‘Earn As You Learn’ scheme, boosting skills and retention, expands nationally after a Waikato pilot showed 90% completion in manufacturing training.
Nine in ten firms now measure outcomes of recognition schemes
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Research shows 90% of firms now measure outcomes of employee recognition schemes, boosting engagement and productivity despite budget limits.
A fifth of UK workers content to stay put, shunning promotions
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Nearly one fifth of UK workers are content in their current roles and not seeking promotions, prioritising job satisfaction over career advancement, new research shows.
Australian workers face mounting burnout as mental distress rises
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Almost 59% of Australian employees report work-related mental distress, amid rising burnout and calls for improved workplace wellbeing measures.
Thai firms reshape offices to boost hybrid work & wellbeing
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Thai firms are redesigning offices with wellness, technology and inclusive spaces to support hybrid work and attract top talent amid evolving workplace trends.
Repetitive tasks cost UK finance GBP £179 billion & harm morale
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Repetitive tasks in UK finance departments cost businesses GBP £179 billion annually, harming productivity and driving 74% of workers to consider quitting.