Japan: new policy initiatives and judicial rulings with global implications

Summary In 2024, Japan’s government launched a pivotal policy statement focused on enhancing its position as a prime locale for international arbitration. This strategic initiative encourages collaboration among legal experts, businesses, and arbitration organisations. A significant event, the first Japan International Arbitration Week, underscored this commitment. Additionally, recent rulings from the Supreme Court spotlight the […]

Thames Water pauses bonuses: how can HR set executive pay fairly?

Summary Thames Water has decided to pause its bonuses for executives associated with a £3 billion loan rescue deal, amidst mounting criticism over their performance regarding water leaks and sewage discharges. This decision follows accusations that the company’s leaders were “rewarding themselves for failure.” Analysts highlight the need for a revised approach to executive pay […]

AI, Integration Supercharge HR Outsourcing Services

Enterprises are increasingly teaming up with HR outsourcing service providers to harness AI and analytics, significantly enhancing employee experience and overall workforce performance. This transformation is paving the way for HR to transition from a support system to a strategic asset, as indicated by the latest ISG Provider Lens™ research reports. Source: Article URL Key […]

Essential Steps For Ensuring Business Continuity

The article highlights the essential strategies companies must adopt to ensure business continuity amid various disruptions. Kevin Beasley, CIO at VAI, discusses how natural disasters, technical failures, and cyberattacks can threaten operations and emphasises the significance of having a robust Business Continuity Plan (BCP). Source: Forbes Key Points A robust Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is […]

Stop Competing for Local Talent. Your Next Best Hire Is (Probably) Overseas, and Here’s Why.

Smart leaders are shifting their hiring strategies to include talent from overseas rather than limiting themselves to local candidates. With an increasingly competitive job market, this strategy not only broadens the hiring pool but also helps companies access critical skills that are hard to find domestically. Source: HR.com Key Points Global talent markets are now […]

Vantage Circle’s CEO Joins Power-Packed Panel to Decode Workplace Culture for Gen AI Success

Summary Vantage Circle, known for its innovative employee recognition and rewards platform, participated in the SHRM TECH 2.0 Conference held in Mumbai. Here, CEO Partha Neog took part in a pivotal panel discussion titled “Workplace 2.0: Decoding Culture for Gen AI Success”. The discussion revolved around the necessity for workplace cultures to adapt alongside the […]