Fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace is hard enough in normal times. It’s definitely more challenging when remote working is quickly becoming the new norm even before the COVID-19 crisis. About 69 per cent of U.S. businesses now allow a flexible workplace policy, according to the 2019 IWG Workplace Survey¹.  

During a turbulent time like this, it's easy to feel like you are at the bottom of a pit, lost, and helpless. The daily barrage of news regarding the pandemic can lead to mental fatigue and emotional exhaustion. What should you do to stay motivated and keep your mind free of negative thoughts?

The recent pandemic is a warning bell for every business. Those who have been living on the edge without a detailed disaster recovery plan struggled to adapt to the unexpected normality where almost all employees have to work remotely.

The benefits of diversity and inclusion inside the organisation are more apparent than ever. From better problem-solving, and a better understanding of the customer base to increase overall performance, diverse teams are something every business strives for. In a world where the landscape of the market is changing faster than ever, how does diversity and inclusion fare with working from home?

As the global number of COVID-19 cases continue to propagate and economies worldwide grow increasingly unstable, it is becoming more difficult for people to stay motivated and productive. This is especially true for employees who have had to transition from the office to working at home, and the managers responsible for overseeing them. 

Job interviews are an integral part of the recruitment process.  Now that both candidates and recruiters have to stay home, it is necessary to learn how to properly conduct an online interview to prevent disrupting your company’s talent management plan.

E-commerce has experienced a tremendous boost during the pandemic as physical stores are forced to stay closed. However, this also poses a challenge to e-commerce businesses because critical back-office functions, like accounting, may not be able to keep up with that immense increase in business volume.   

The recent global pandemic has caused traumatic financial impacts on all industry, and manufacturing is not an exemption. According to a recent survey conducted by the National Association of Manufacturers, 78.3% of manufacturers expect disruptions in both their financial and operational performance. This is a significantly higher percentage compared to the 48% of cross-industry companies concerning the same issue.

Every business can leverage the benefits of the right accounting software, and manufacturing businesses are no exception.

Employers can effectively use psychometric assessment instruments to measure job-relevant skills and capabilities of applicants and employees. These tools can help to identify and select better workers and can help improve the quality of an organisation’s overall performance. To use these tools properly, employers must be aware of the inherent limitations of any assessment procedure, as well as the legal issues involved in the assessment.