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Exclusive: Staffbase's Neil Morrison says AI needs human guardrails
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Exclusive: Staffbase's Neil Morrison says AI needs human guardrails

AI is revolutionising internal communications, but Staffbase's Neil Morrison stresses human oversight and leadership authenticity remain essential for success.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
HR Crowd ranked 16th as demand grows for strategic HR tech
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HR Crowd ranked 16th as demand grows for strategic HR tech

HR Crowd, a specialist HR tech consultancy, has swiftly grown to rank 16th on the AFR Fast Starters 2025, driven by demand for strategic HR solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Poor manager quality drives staff turnover in Australia, survey finds
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Poor manager quality drives staff turnover in Australia, survey finds

Poor manager quality is the leading cause of staff turnover in Australia, with burnout and limited AI support worsening the situation, a survey of 855 workers finds.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Rockwell Automation earns Asia Pacific workplace honour
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Rockwell Automation earns Asia Pacific workplace honour

Rockwell Automation secures Great Place To Work status in 14 Asia Pacific markets, with 80% of staff calling it a great workplace.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Dec 2025
AI-led workplaces twice as likely to beat revenue goals
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AI-led workplaces twice as likely to beat revenue goals

Firms that embed AI in digital workplace tools are twice as likely to beat revenue goals, as gaps widen with slower-moving rivals.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Dec 2025
Organisations align HR & IT to boost employee experience
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Organisations align HR & IT to boost employee experience

Organisations are merging HR and IT to improve employee experience, boosting collaboration as digital tools and AI reshape the workplace landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI
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Why smart IT teams should solve device management before chasing AI

Small firms expanding remotely face device management chaos, risking compliance crises and productivity loss before AI adoption can begin properly.

By Francis Osifo • 5 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Why embedded finance is the missing layer in remote and flexible benefits
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Why embedded finance is the missing layer in remote and flexible benefits

Embedded finance is revolutionising remote work benefits, enabling personalised, flexible options with real-time control and boosting employee satisfaction and retention.

By Alex Misfud • 6 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Q&A: How software waste and complexity are undermining the UK's productivity ambition
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Q&A: How software waste and complexity are undermining the UK's productivity ambition

UK firms waste 20% of software spend and lose 7% of revenue to complexity, hindering productivity amid the Autumn Budget's focus on efficiency.

By Simon Hayward • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025
The symbiotic relationship between AI-driven CX and EX
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The symbiotic relationship between AI-driven CX and EX

AI-driven customer service boosts customer experience, but investing in employee experience is key to lasting loyalty and staff retention.

By Ian Tickle • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
The evolving role of the Chief People Officer (CPO): Redefining HR leadership
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The evolving role of the Chief People Officer (CPO): Redefining HR leadership

The Chief People Officer role is evolving from HR lead to strategic partner, blending people, technology, and business to drive growth and innovation.

By Victoria Marshall-Rice • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Misaligned tasks driving stress & turnover in global workplaces
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Misaligned tasks driving stress & turnover in global workplaces

Nearly half of employees spend a day a week on tasks mismatched to their strengths, causing stress, lower productivity, and increased turnover risk worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
How payroll is driving the strategic growth of tech firms
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How payroll is driving the strategic growth of tech firms

Modern payroll systems have become a strategic growth driver for tech firms, aiding global compliance, talent retention, and data-driven decision-making.

By Curtis Holmes • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Internal inefficiencies hinder UK firms' growth despite AI focus
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Internal inefficiencies hinder UK firms' growth despite AI focus

Nearly half of UK professional services firms missed revenue targets last year due to internal inefficiencies despite growing AI investments, research reveals.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Automation can redefine finance jobs for the better
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Automation can redefine finance jobs for the better

Automation can tackle talent shortages in finance by cutting repetitive tasks, making roles more engaging amid new European e-invoicing mandates.

By Tim Stuart • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
US firms lose USD $80.6 billion yearly to digital gaps for staff
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US firms lose USD $80.6 billion yearly to digital gaps for staff

US firms lose USD $80.6 billion yearly as frontline workers waste over 370 hours annually due to poor digital tools and communication gaps, research shows.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Recruiting at the speed of technology
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Recruiting at the speed of technology

Tech firms must hire swiftly without compromising quality, blending smart processes and human insight to meet the sector's rapid pace and fierce talent demand.

By Sam Hameed • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025