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23Jul By Africa BusinessNo Comments
Business

Beyond the HR buzzwords

The fleeting trends vs the real shifts impacting employee satisfaction and organisational success In just a few short years, the way people view and engage with work, workplaces and their careers has shifted. Remote work, the return to the office, hybrid work, the entrance of AI into the mainstream, and a multitude of other changes make understanding the genuine needs of a diverse, intergenerational talent pool both a challenging and exciting prospect for HR professionals and their organisations, says Alison Palmer, Head of Human Resources at Dariel Software. Minding the generation gap Much has been said about the characteristics of the different generations and their approaches to work and their employers, from Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. What perhaps isn’t as clear is how ...
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Moving on up: Why change management matters in evolving workspaces
23Feb By Africa BusinessNo Comments
Business

Moving on up: Why change management matters in evolving workspaces

Our workplaces are changing rapidly, with organisations redesigning their spaces to be more flexible and hospitable, moving to accommodate hybrid work practices, or simply relocating to downsize. While the reasons for moving are clear, there is often an inconsistent understanding and implementation of change management, which can result in overwhelmed employees, reduced productivity, and the loss of valuable talent, says Tango Matoti, who was recently appointed as Director of Workplace and Business Development at Tétris Design and Build. Change is a process, not a switch A well-defined change and communication strategy is crucial for people to embrace the new and for the spaces to work effectively. While workplace design is an important piece of the puzzle, it's not the only one. Change ...
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