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Why this human resource science makes people think it's magic
Human Capital Management

Why this human resource science makes people think it's magic

As someone tasked with using language to capture and express AbilityMap's qualities, I have been trying to put AbilityMap's difference into words for some time.

By Jonathan Englert • 5 min read • Tue, 14th Mar 2023
Australian workers expect more from their WFH set up
Hybrid & Remote Work

Australian workers expect more from their WFH set up

Australian office workers expect more from their working from home set up and it could be costing companies up to a quarter of a million dollars.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Embracing equity in employment services is vital
Health Technologies

IWD 2023: Embracing equity in employment services is vital

Asuria leads the conversation by discussing what it truly means to embrace equity within its own sphere of influence in the employment sector.

By Nicole Grainger-Marsh • 6 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Global Stories

Employment stories

Remote, flexible work most in-demand non-financial benefit
Hybrid & Remote Work

Remote, flexible work most in-demand non-financial benefit

Flexible work and remote options are the most sought-after non-financial benefits for employees, according to new research from Zoom.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 16th Jun 2023
G-P launches new employment services, Meridian Suite
Human Capital Management

G-P launches new employment services, Meridian Suite

Globalization Partners (G-P) introduces global growth technology, a new category in the employer of record industry.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2023
How AI Can Increase Employment and Create a Brighter Future
Data Analytics

How AI Can Increase Employment and Create a Brighter Future

In recent months, there has been much debate about the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on jobs and the economy.

By Igor Portugal • 7 min read • Thu, 18th May 2023
Cybersecurity professionals unsupported and overloaded
AI Security

Cybersecurity professionals unsupported and overloaded

Australians continue to be at risk as a consequence of security operations teams not having the tools required to carry out efficient cybersecurity protection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Apr 2023
What women in tech (actually) want from employers
Hybrid & Remote Work

What women in tech (actually) want from employers

More paid time off, working from home and financial benefits have been rated as the key priorities for women working in the tech industry.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2023
Michiel Boere Joins Remote as CFO
Chief Financial Officer

Michiel Boere Joins Remote as CFO

Remote, an internet tech company, hires Michiel Boere as its new CFO to manage global financial strategy and operations.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Apr 2023
Tech workers stuck in toxic company culture to walk away
Recruitment

Tech workers stuck in toxic company culture to walk away

Employees who experience a toxic work environment in their companies say they plan to quit their job because of it, new research has found.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Apr 2023
Aussie startup transforms recruitment amidst layoffs
Recruitment

Aussie startup transforms recruitment amidst layoffs

With top tech talent open for opportunities, securing the best candidate for the job will rely more heavily on personal connections and industry expertise.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Mar 2023
Skills-first approach key to bridging skills gap – report
LinkedIn

Skills-first approach key to bridging skills gap – report

More companies are taking a skills-first approach to talent to bridge the growing skills gap in Australia and New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023
Internal mobility and tech budgets on the up as layoffs gather pace
AI Agents

Internal mobility and tech budgets on the up as layoffs gather pace

A third of employers will increase technology budgets as candidate shortages persist, while and over half will place a greater emphasis on internal mobility.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2023
IWD 2023: Applying for the role now helps future women in STEM
Careers

IWD 2023: Applying for the role now helps future women in STEM

Women apply for 20% fewer jobs than men, often feeling they need to meet 100% of the criteria. But it's time to change that mindset. #WomenInSTEM.

By Natalie Mead • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Mar 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Employment stories

Kiwi workers at breaking point in wake cost-of-living crisis
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Kiwi workers at breaking point in wake cost-of-living crisis

Women hardest hit as 66% report that cost of living has had a negative impact on their mental health compared to 49% of men.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 12th May 2023
The great tech unrest: 3 in 4 UK tech workers dissatisfied
Hybrid & Remote Work

The great tech unrest: 3 in 4 UK tech workers dissatisfied

Over three quarters of UK tech talent are unhappy in their current jobs and actively seeking new roles, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Apr 2023
Gig workers denied equal opportunity to financial services
Workforce Technology

Gig workers denied equal opportunity to financial services

Gig workers face financial exclusion despite their contributions to the UK economy, new report finds. #GigEconomy #FinancialInclusion.

By Ali Hamriti • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Mar 2023