A declining working population and rising costs to hire and retain employees will force firms in Asia Pacific to invest more in automation. Global research firm Forrester is forecasting
Concerned with the lack of career growth opportunities for a large proportion of its workforce, HEB Construction amended its foundational learning programme to ensure it opened up pathways to formal
New Zealand-based manufacturer, Gallagher, is a technology leader in integrated access control, intruder alarms management, and perimeter protection. Its security solutions are in use within the highest levels of national
One in every 150 people in the world today is living in modern slavery and New Zealand is not immune with an estimated 3,000 people here in some form of
Working from home is a new reality for many, but it need not be just for employees. What if the boss moves out of town first? By Cathy Parker.
Unwavering focus, superior analytical ability and mathematical talent are just some of the untapped skills neurodivergent people can bring to workplaces, according to a recent report. Dr Dana L. Ott,
While the idea of participative leadership has dominated the leadership textbooks for years, the driving forces for change now come from within organisations – a multigenerational workforce, with different values
The challenge of decarbonising is one that requires concerted action – from the collective top tier through government policy and regulatory change, to organisations rethinking and redesigning ways of working,
Nearly 60 percent of cybersecurity leaders in New Zealand and Australia view their security approach as antiquated, a worrying statistic in an environment of increased breaches and cyber attacks. A
As employees continue to embrace working from home, Cathy Hendry suspects there will be more developments and initiatives to encourage workers back to the office. With employees embracing working from
Modern Slavery: Why your organisation needs to address the issue How a Zero Trust approach protects your people and your data How security technology can make hybrid work more
Kate Kearins delves into how leaders can support colleagues to approach their work from home days more effectively. Before the pandemic, work-from-home was largely considered either an ideal or an
If our jobs define us, who are you after you retire, asks Cathy Parker. And how can leaders hold onto these valuable employees? One of my close contacts posed a
Work is underway to introduce new pathways into tech careers but they all rely on companies willing to get involved and take on apprentices or graduate interns. By Graeme Muller.
Datacom has undertaken a major project examining mindsets, macro trends and industry pressures. Drawing on extensive international and local research and the experiences of its customers, the company is proposing
THE CONVERSATION: The war in Ukraine would test even the most hardened political operator: millions forced to flee their homes, thousands (including many civilians) killed or injured, evidence of Russian
The world faces a series of seemly intractable mega challenges – transition energy, climate, societal expectations of sustainability, mobility, infrastructure, resource scarcity, to name a few. And there are geoscientists
While wage inflation and CPI do not directly correlate, the massive jump in cost of living, coupled with low unemployment, has resulted in the biggest change in salary movement at general
There is a pool of talent in New Zealand that is largely going untapped, writes Mela Lush. New Zealand is experiencing a labour and skills shortage. Labelled as the Great
Security leaders need to be considering how they can reorient their approach to cyber threats, understanding that attackers have the means to infiltrate even the most robust perimeters. By Chris
Negative thought patterns and an intense inner critic can take a leader from self-doubt down a path to sabotage, says author and leadership coach, Brenda James. She tells Management what
A global financier is calling for never-before-seen levels of cooperation between financial advisories, insurance firms, banks, wealth and asset managers, investment companies, fintech groups and auditors in the fight against
Executive performance evaluations will be increasingly linked to ability to manage cyber risk; almost one-third of nations will regulate ransomware response within the next three years; and security platform consolidation
A new tomorrow for geoscience technology Understanding the weight on security leaders’ shoulders The value of virtue: Why Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s crisis leadership has been so effective The future of work requires
A new initiative enables Randstad New Zealand’s permanent staff of 65 team members to apply to work from anywhere in the world for up to four weeks annually and be
The gender pay gap is alive and well in 2022. By Cathy Parker I am writing this on International Women’s Day (IWD) after watching a stimulating webcast from Global Women
We might have relatively fully employment in New Zealand currently, but do we have decent work? And just as important – are we educating for, and providing, decent work for
We’re at a crossroad where cyber resilience has become a defining mandate of our time – to anticipate future threats, withstand, recover from cyber-attacks, and adapt to future digital shocks.
Public Trust is a self-funded autonomous Crown Entity employing more than 400 people and, as an essential service, it has continued to deliver its services during various alert level settings
New Zealand companies that foster a more curious culture experience major competitive benefits, including higher levels of employee satisfaction and engagement, according to recent research by SAP. Capitalising on Curiosity, a
A recent survey to understand what roles have been most affected by the shortage of skilled workers has thrown up a surprising result. By Cathy Hendry. The shortage of skilled
Workplaces need to address the bias and barriers to equality faced by migrants in New Zealand. By Maretha Smit. If you were an engineer working in New Zealand in 2018,
While change can take many forms, it doesn’t have to be a “big-ticket” item to make a real difference to performance. It is more important to make the improvements manageable
While the mental wellbeing and burnout of employees is receiving a fair amount of attention in our Covid-driven world, how are leaders themselves faring? And what stresses are they finding
How the world’s most productive people structure their workday, and why it makes a difference. By Amantha Imber. Ninety-six percent of people check their mobile phone within one hour of
Four effective ways to lift your productivity Are you overwhelmed with over-planning? Chronicles of a waste engineer Embracing a culture of care Mind the migrant pay gap NZ’s skill shortage
If leadership were a contest, Sir Jerry Mateparae must surely qualify as one of New Zealand’s pre-eminent leaders. The former Chief of the Army, Chief of the Defence Force, Governor-General
“…it was the season of hope, it was the winter of despair…” Charles Dickens’ mid-19th Century observations may be truer than ever, writes Kate Kearins. “It was the best of
Steve Hallett is a director and co-owner of two electrical companies in Auckland and Northland and for the past eight years has chaired the board of the Electrical Training Company
After multiple lockdowns many businesses’ financial resources will be running low and the mental health resource of owners, directors, managers and staff is probably in a similar state, writes Cathy
Global analysis has found that the way governments respond to digitalisation during these Covid years will define the progress of their nation for years to come, says Graeme Muller. New
As the Government begins to roll out its plans for the biggest change to the New Zealand health system since 2001, Greg Thomas says the digital side of Health NZ
‘No jab, no job’ is a hot topic in the current climate. Here, Sherridan Cook and Gabrielle Lintott discuss what employers can, and can’t, do with regard to mandating employees
By giving us a glimpse of how to tackle troubling issues like inequality and climate change,
An evolution: Defining organisational success today What te ao Māori can teach us about sustainable leadership Managing supply chain restrictions Why digital could make or break the new health regime
Strategic Pay’s analysis shows that there is an overall gender pay gap of 18.5% in New Zealand. More than ever before, it is imperative that organisations examine the gender pay gap
Technology is one area where tough questions need to be asked before a board signs off on the expenditure, writes Cathy Parker. Technology can support a business, supercharge a business
Artificial intelligence is becoming more commonplace in New Zealand’s health sector, but there is still some way to go for the sector to fully embrace the available technology, says Ryl
Leaders and employees agree hybrid working is more productive, but are not aligned on what is required to achieve it, according to a new survey. New data reveals that 64
Customer experience initiatives and everyday business activity need to be aligned. Unfortunately, in many cases, they are totally disconnected, writes David Allen. For some time, analysts like Gartner, Forrester, and
For anyone who is about to embark on their first CEO role, or aspires to do so, Mahara Inglis says it’s both the most rewarding and hardest job you’ll ever
A lot can happen in 12 months.A year ago New Zealand, and the rest of the world, was reeling not just from the impact of an international pandemic, but also from the
With a talent-short market, you want to avoid at all costs the need to replace any current employees tempted to move on to another role. By Cathy Hendry. The Seek NZ
Few organisations apply a risk-based approach to security and privacy, and hence put themselves at risk. Management asked cyber-security expert Jatinder Oberoi to outline the best strategies organisations can take
New employer brand research finds that for the first time in 10 years, employees are no longer motivated by money as their top priority. By Katherine Swan. Covid had a
If you are consistently tired before the day starts, you may be burnt out. By Kate Kearins. Chances are, you’ll have seen the spate of recent headlines decrying the ever-growing
Adopting AI and automation should be considered as a strategy to transform operational processes, and with it improve the employee experience and enhance safety, writes Ian Hulme. A longstanding challenge
A new report pays particular attention to the way AI will change hiring, monitoring, and the managing of staff. By Annie Gray. A University of Otago report looking at the
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AI in the health sector
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Why leaders need to take a risk-based approach to data securit
In 2019, in the biggest private equity purchase in global aviation history, Canadian investment company ONEX paid C$5 billion for Canada’s second largest airline Westjet. Within three months, Covid had
Strategic Pay recently asked a range of New Zealand organisations how transparent they were with their employees about pay. Nearly three quarters said their employees have some access to pay
The key to encouraging employee engagement and keeping people across company matters is by fostering a community with a healthy feedback culture, writes Monica Watt. In a post-pandemic world, we’ve
New Zealand is now seeing hot competition for key talent and pockets of wage pressure in certain roles, writes Cathy Hendry. The horticulture industry has highlighted, in March this year,
Boards of directors need to play a more active role in protecting their organisation from cyber risks, according to a new study by the World Economic Forum. Cybersecurity failure is
A great boss is alert to weak signals and signs of discontent in the workplace, writes Michelle Gibbings. The root cause of challenging workplace dynamics is usually not down to
A focus on talent, technology and partnerships can be key to thrive post-Covid-19 pandemic, according to insights from 3,000 CEOs. An IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV) study has found
Diversity should not be something left purely for an internal diversity group. Maybe you should ask the question: what have you done recently to show your support for your diverse
The decision to be authentic to the outcome, rather than to the undertaking, may be the most important act a good leader can make, writes Kate Kearins. I’ve been thinking
Author Matt McILraith’s new book Crusade On! Celebrating 25 years of the Crusaders outlines why internal theming is such an effective management technique, in business as much as it is
If you want to ‘step-up’ in your career, you need to invest in that, writes Jackie O’Fee. I recently was a “prize” in an incentive programme for a nationwide sales
The 4 Day Week movement has steadily picked up speed over the three years since Andrew Barnes designed the 100:80:100 social and economic model (100 percent productivity in 80 percent
Burnout appears to be a growing phenomenon which leaders are increasingly aware they need to address, not just for their employees’ well-being but for their own well-being too. As a
Pandemic leadership lessons: A North American perspective
4 Day Week becoming a reality around the globe
Burned out? You are not alone
Study: Employee well-being is a major priority for many global CEOs
Why internal theming works
Glossy magazine-style sustainability reports often fail to live up to the hype, neglecting to highlight important issues or address the tough questions. AUT Business School’s Dr Muhammad Bilal Farooq interviewed
There are certain capabilities that help business leaders make wiser decisions. By Arash Arabi. The 2020 Gartner CIO Agenda started with this statement: “The goal of all organisations should be
We know the value of keeping HR leaders updated on the latest sector developments – now more than ever. That’s why we’ve partnered with Human Resources Director to bring you
In 2021 there will be more than 400 million video visits to doctors worldwide; global cloud spending will grow seven times faster than overall IT spend; and the global market
Covid has stripped many organisations to the bone, forcing them to examine and become crystal clear about who, and what, their priorities are. By Kate Kearins. As I write this
In reporting climate-related financial disclosures, it pays to report early, to tell a meaningful and relevant climate story and to seek to improve each year because an organisation’s reputation and
Facial recognition technology is increasing in usage in New Zealand, across both the public and private sectors, but a new report raises human rights concerns. So what questions do business
New Zealand’s video game developers have proven themselves resilient through Covid-19. The interactive media sector earned $323.9 million in the year to April 1, 2020, an increase of $121 million
Corruption thrives in times of crisis, undermining social and economic development, and is something from which no country, region or community is immune. On International Anti-Corruption Day (December 9), the
ExportNZ executive director, Catherine Beard, has announced that Canterbury exporter David Boyd is the new Chair of ExportNZ, taking over from Sir Ken Stevens, who recently retired from the role
New Zealand’s only showcase for the business events industry this year, BE Reconnected brought together more than 420 event organisers and suppliers from around the country in Auckland on December
In an age when turbulence and uncertainty continue to rock the world’s economies and business environment, the MBA remains a beacon of life-enhancing, career-changing knowledge and inspiration. These are interesting
International demand for New Zealand wine has surged over the past decade, with total export value now reaching a record-breaking $2 billion, for the 12 months to October 2020, according
Is it possible to plan ahead for something so momentous and life-shattering as the pandemic, which seemed somehow inconceivable before it happened? Well, yes and no… writes Dwayne Alexander. Covid
Being a director is not for the faint hearted. It can be a full on, demanding and daunting role, but it’s also an opportunity to help build a strong, fair
Global research and advisory company, Gartner says resetting your business strategy takes place in three stages – respond, recover, and renew. As the phases of the pandemic progress, business leaders must
The pandemic has highlighted that companies that optimise how they use automation tools can relieve pressure on teams and help leaders make better decisions more quickly. By Rajeev Mitroo. Even in
The Covid-19 pandemic has offered the opportunity for a much more human-focused approach to productivity and for leaders to rethink the way they think of work. By Annie Gray. With
New Zealand’s benefits from RCEP are wider than just tariff relief, says ExportNZ. ExportNZ executive director Catherine Beard has welcomed the signing of the RCEP trade deal which formalises New
The Financial Markets Authority has released its Audit Quality Monitoring Report for 2020. The annual review, part of a three-year monitoring cycle of all licensed auditors, scrutinises selected audit files
There are now 2,690 big businesses in New Zealand employing more than 100 staff – nearly 1,000 or 58 percent more than 20 years ago, according to Stats NZ. Over
BUY YOUR NOVEMBER ISSUE HERE …… While 2020 has been a year that, I am sure, many would like to forget it doesn’t seem, at this point in time at least,
Regardless of whether we’re in the throes of, or at the tail-end of this (or any other) pandemic, the lessons from lockdowns are applicable anywhere, anytime, writes Kate Kearins. Kate
Closing the gender pay gap will not be fixed by short term measures only and employers will need to accept that they are in this for the long haul, according
Having a purpose, beyond profit, that is Governing for purpose beyond profit is one of the defining governance transformations of current times. While there was always an element of this in
Directors in New Zealand and Australia are facing the most volatile and restrictive liability insurance market in living memory and there are no signs of it improving anytime soon. A
The larger an organisation gets, the more likely it is to inadvertently sabotage its people’s ability to make decisions and to get things done. By Steve Glaveski. It’s no secret that people
