To adapt to the dynamic business ecosystem, organisations are increasingly recognising the significance and urgency of fostering inclusion and diversity (I&D) in the workplace. According to McKinsey & Company, global spending on I&D initiatives is projected to reach approximately £13 billion by 2026, doubling within a five-year span.
Learn moreAs organisations navigate how work should be done in the new ways of working, they are revisiting their long-held assumptions on business processes, practices, and people. One of the key transformational focuses is the management models.
Learn moreIn recent years, alongside global pandemics, macro trends such as changing family structures, increased longevity, and the prevalence of cognitive AI have emerged as key challenges for organisations. These global trends have impacted talent attraction and retention, work engagement, and productivity. However, amidst these multifaceted challenges, learning and development (L&D) specialists are well-positioned to guide organisations and capitalise on the opportunities presented by these trends.
Learn moreSarah Snyder, Junior Consultant at HSM Advisory, looks at ESG, Sustainability and the role of HR. You can read her thoughts below.
Over the last few years, the combination of a global pandemic, great resignation, and an increased awareness of social issues have put human resource leaders centre stage. They have played a critical role in advising their organisations on how to navigate these uncertainties by defining the entire people strategy, which is vital in attracting and retaining top talent, driving value, and ensuring long-term success.
Learn moreIn March 2023, Goldman Sachs published a report that highlighted the potential impact of artificial intelligence on the global job market, painting a seemingly bleak picture of the future. The report suggested that up to 300 million jobs could be at risk of replacement due to the rapid advancement of technology...
Learn moreEarlier in January 2023, Sky News set up an email address for NHS frontline workers to share their work experiences. From hundreds of responses, there was a prominent trend indicating that health workers are afraid of speaking out the medical crisis due to the fear of repercussions.
Learn moreNew hybrid working policies, economic crisis, re-orgs, and new technologies are leaving your people tired, stressed, and burned out - putting you at risk of loosing them. Sarah Snyder, Junior Consultant at HSM Advisory, explores 'change fatigue' and what you can do to support your people through large-scale change.
Learn moreEver since the days of transitioning back to normal after the pandemic, we have been seeing organisations calling their people back to the office on a full-time or hybrid basis. Some are adopting mandatory measures like issuing a new return-to-office policy whereas others are taking gentler tactics, such as offering flexible schedules to encourage people to work in the office.
Learn moreAfter the pandemic, many organizations recognize that offering flexible working arrangements is key to retaining talent. In this article, we also explored how organisations can use flexibility as part of their signature deal to support talent attraction and retention.
Learn moreEntering the fourth year of the COVID era, organisations are still experimenting with the optimal ways of working while transitioning from traditional office-based working to hybrid and remote working.
Learn moreNajela Adel, Consultant at HSM Advisory, looks at why organisations are still struggling to understand and embed Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) into the workplace.
Learn moreIt is well-known that middle managers are key to the organisational and team success.
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