A.I. Employment Law Risks in Hong Kong
Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) Employment Law Risks in Hong Kong Artificial Intelligence or A.I. is the buzzword of the moment. Last week, Apple launched its highly anticipated iPhone 16 range, branding it as “Built for Apple Intelligence!” No matter how we may wish to avoid it; the future is no longer coming, it has arrived! […]
The Evolution of Workplace Benefits: What Matters Most to Employees in 2024
As workplaces continues to evolve, so do employee expectations around benefits. Gone are the days when basic healthcare and a few paid vacation days were enough to keep employees satisfied. In 2024, workplace benefits are transforming rapidly, driven by changing employee needs, remote work trends, and a renewed focus on work-life harmony. At the heart […]
Preparing for Flu Season: A Global Perspective on Workplace Health
Preparing for Flu Season: A Global Perspective on Workplace Health As the warmth of summer fades, the arrival of autumn signals the start of flu season in many parts of the world. For employers and employees alike, it’s important to take proactive steps to safeguard health and well-being as flu season approaches. Here’s a guide […]
Payroll Cyber-Attacks: How Resilient Are You or Your Provider
The digital age has brought about unprecedented connectivity, but it has also introduced new vulnerabilities. We’ve all seen headlines about major corporations and even governments falling victim to cyber-attacks, where the personal data of millions have been compromised. But have you considered how such an attack could impact you or your company directly? The […]
The Changing Face of Employee Benefits
According to the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), UK employee turnover is measured annually, reflecting the percentage of employees who leave an organisation over a set period. While turnover can be costly, the impact goes far beyond the immediate financial implications. The indirect costs—such as training expenses, operational disruptions, and the negative effects […]
How to Minimise People-Risks
Proactive People Strategy: Mitigating Risks with a People-Risk Audit Building a proactive people strategy is essential for any business looking to thrive in today’s complex and dynamic environment. With numerous people-related risks and challenges, from multigenerational workforces to rapidly changing DE(E)IB requirements, it’s crucial to have a comprehensive approach to managing these issues. This is […]
The Benefits-Jigsaw: Crafting a Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package
The Benefits-Jigsaw: Crafting a Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package In today’s dynamic workplace, the composition of the workforce is more diverse than ever, spanning five generations. This, coupled with an aging demographic and increasing health issues such as chronic conditions and obesity, poses significant challenges for employers. The need to support employee well-being is more […]
Personalised Workplace Menopause Solution
Personalised Workplace Menopause Solution Around 13 million people in the UK are currently peri- or post-menopausal and, according to the Faculty of Occupational Medicine, almost 8 out of 10 of them are in work. Menopause is not an illness or disability (Equality Act 2010) although symptoms can be disabling. This means that employers who […]
Mental Health Awareness Week
Elevate Well-being: Mental Health Awareness Week Creating, designing and embedding a proactive, sustainable and evolving employee Wellbeing programme not only supports your people, but it also creates both a measurable impact on a company’s ESG strategy and creates a wider competitive advantage in the continuing “war for talent”. It is generally accepted there […]
Singapore’s Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement Requests
In a dynamic and evolving workplace landscape, the adoption of flexible work arrangements (FWAs) has become increasingly essential for businesses to remain competitive while promoting employee well-being. Recognising this, Singapore has introduced the Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) Requests, set to take effect on December 1, 2024. These guidelines aim to […]