Flexible work stories - Page 6

Flexible working arrangements can help attract and retain skilled staff, increase productivity, and improve employee loyalty, according to business.govt.nz.

Technology that enables flexible working could boost New Zealand's economy by NZD $16.2 billion to NZD $18.1 billion by 2030, creating up to 83,000 jobs.

Next time you’re transiting through Auckland Airport, you may just want to check out a new flexible working space that has opened just up the road.

The survey found flexible working reduces commuting time, enhances productivity, staff retention, job satisfaction, and creativity.

According to a survey by Hays Recruitment, 89% of employers and 96% of professionals say flexibility is an area worth thinking about.

60% offer some form of flexible work options to staff – including almost one-in-five that make specific work arrangements for staff who are parents.

Desire for flexibility and varied work has given rise to the ‘portfolio career’: where professionals position themselves as freelancers.

Jabra launches Evolve 75e, UC-certified wireless earbuds with ANC and 14-hour battery life, designed to boost office productivity and collaboration.

Stress was a challenge in 62% of organisations surveyed, and 50% of respondents noted concerns about the mental health of staff or colleagues.

Only 16% of ANZ professionals consider technology to be an ‘enabler of automating menial tasks to save time.’.

Advances in technology are providing modern workers with greater opportunities to perform their jobs from any location.

Starting a digital transformation can be daunting. Microsoft’s Paul Timmins shares three vital tips to craft an effective and future-proof roadmap.

Cloud security is a top concern for many British enterprises, with 31% identifying it as the most prevalent challenge, according to a survey by Clutch.

It’s not just about protecting IoT devices but the entire ecosystem, from the customer to the partner, the cloud and everything else in between.

Companies should aim for an 'endless state' IT architecture to stay agile in the fast-moving tech environment, says Teradata.

Organisations unsure how to approach end user computing and manage device security, says 2015 Mobile Workforce Report.

New Zealand Racing Board has signed a five-year deal with Spark Digital to redesign its IT infrastructure and change how it delivers internet services.

Dell has launched Datacenter Scalable Solutions to meet the needs of businesses just below 'top tier hyperscalers'.

The IT sector, which despite being 80 percent male dominated, appears to be leading the way regarding flexible work.