Homeworking expert Mhor is encouraging companies to make positive steps to address their employees conditions following advice from the Royal Society for the Protection of Health (RSPH).
A survey by RSPH found that 39% of those working from home developed musculoskeletal problems, and one in four (26%) worked from either a sofa or bedroom. The organisation advised that all employees should have access to equipment and a remote assessment to support their physical health.
Contributor: Alex Duckett, Founder - Mhor | Published: 6 May 2021
79% of those on furlough considering applying to jobs below their skill level
Contributor: Neil Trussler, Chief Delivery Officer - NTT DATA UK | Published: 6 May 2021
Whilst having over £1million in pension savings may seem unrealistic to most, reaching the LTA could be closer than many employees think.
Contributor: Jonathan Watts-Lay, Director - WEALTH at work | Published: 6 May 2021
New research from Virtual College has identified what employees and business owners alike are wanting to know about returning to the office, with employers starting to gear up for fully re-opening workplaces from the summer.
Contributor: Hannah Brindle, Managing Director - Virtual College | Published: 5 May 2021
The global pandemic has forced the widespread adoption of remote working around the world, meaning companies have naturally seen a reduction in employees travelling and relocating overseas over the last year.
It is expected that it could take up to two years for international assignment numbers to return to pre-pandemic levels. A survey by global mobility expert, ECA International (ECA) analysed how firms have adapted throughout the pandemic, as well as how this experience is expected to affect the nature of future international assignments. Currently, over a quarter (27%) of companies have virtual assignees and a further 6% are planning to in the near future.
Contributor: Natalie Garland - for ECA International | Published: 5 May 2021
In this extraordinary moment in human history, language learning is not just proving more popular, but more essential for businesses to grow.
Contributor: Tom Cox- Preply | Published: 5 May 2021
Slack, a messaging app for business, has today revealed new research looking into how UK businesses can change their approach to employee experience as lockdown eases, in order to help uphold culture, create flexibility, and maintain productivity.
Contributor: Stuart Templeton, Head - Slack | Published: 4 May 2021
Commercial refurbishment company, Building Interiors, has compiled a new whitepaper entitled “Modern Working Methods” that looks at agile working and how business owners can better equip their offices for a post-pandemic future.
Contributor: Jeremy Poole - Building Interiors | Published: 4 May 2021
The UK’s job market is recovering, but some vacancies offering high average annual salaries are still receiving minimal interest from jobseekers, according to data released by the world’s largest job site Indeed.
Contributor: Bill Richards, Managing Director - Indeed | Published: 3 May 2021
The return to work after COVID-19 is a much-anticipated milestone – but for employers who work with expats, there’s the added complexity of international rules. Understanding the government guidelines and protocols can help to secure a safe return for your overseas staff.
Contributor: Kim McClatchie, Head of HR - William Russell.com | Published: 3 May 2021
