Is the use of AI in business disrespectful to customers? Generative AI in the manufacturing sector. Deepfake scams: Every business leader should be prepared A “Lean” approach to boosting New
As New Zealanders and New Zealand institutions and organisations try to come to grips with AI and generative AI systems, globally there is much afoot to try and rein in,
Kate Kearins offers six ideas on how leaders can help beat that mid-winter feeling of ‘blah’ in the workplace. It’s hard to admit but we all know the feeling: work
New Zealand has always been a powerful magnet to attract migrants and the most critical role leaders will play in the coming months is to retain and grow our new
KMD Brands and all three of its brands – Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz – are now Certified B Corps, alongside more than 6,800 companies across 90 countries. Frances Blundell,
Longer lifespans are causing individuals, governments and business leaders to rethink their approach to work and retirement. Life expectancy increased from an average of 46 to 73 years between 1950
Don’t go back to the office, writes Dr. Agustin Chevez. Dear Manager, It’s time for us to have an open conversation about our shared passion: helping organisations create value through
Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster outlines four steps every leader should be aware of, if your organisation suffers a privacy breach. Privacy breaches are bad news but they’re also a chance
Some 77 percent of employees are placing increased importance on manager support, but simultaneously managers have 51 percent more responsibilities than they can effectively manage, a Gartner HR survey has
Leaders are struggling the most with the shift to hybrid work with many finding it a challenge to have confidence that employees are being productive. It’s been termed ‘productivity paranoia’,
There are 1.1 million people living with a disability in NZ, and about 18 percent have an invisible disability. That’s about 165,000 people – so the chances are you probably
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Stories bring people together and the simple act of telling them creates space for more sharing. That’s why inclusive leaders need to embrace storytelling as a tool to mobilise people
A higher proportion of Māori technology workforces are grown within Māori-owned companies than anywhere else, according to the first Toi Hangarau: A Report on Māori-owned Technology Companies 2023. The 107-page
Techweek23 in May is showcasing New Zealand’s technology innovation and our growing international reputation as a living tech laboratory that is good for the world. By Graeme Muller. Techweek23, which kicks
As the country begins to emerge from the general state of shock that hit us all in January and February, Cathy Parker says there are often valuable, fresh insights to be
The changing landscape of cyber threats means that the reliance on awareness, training and detection methods alone have proven inadequate, says Chad Thunberg. The introduction of phishing-as-a-service and other sophisticated
As global communities are recognising the need for stronger action on climate change, particularly in light of the IPCC’s recent damning report on global warming efforts, businesses that don’t prioritise
Allyship is about acknowledging and understanding inequities and taking action to help level the playing field, explains Kate Kearins. Listening to senior business colleagues introduce themselves, I’m hearing less about
Specialisation can create steep pyramids within companies, when the route to succession and recognition should be more like a range of hills with multiple paths and options to the summit,
In a financial year where many organisations are likely to be facing tougher trading conditions or slower growth, budgeting for high wage growth is likely to be quite a challenge.
Gartner experts weigh in on how valuable ChatGPT is and whether it’s safe to use. Chat Generative Pretrained Transformer or, as you may know it, ChatGPT, is a chatbot and generative
Businesses have an obligation to educate and prevent staff from employee browsing, or looking up data for their own interest, writes Michael Webster. As New Zealand’s Privacy Commissioner, it’s my
AI solutions for enhancing an organisation’s cybersecurity are there, and they’re getting better all the time. Chris Fisher says it’s just understanding what they are and how they can be
In the wake of the carnage wrought by the January flooding throughout the North Island and the devastation the subsequent cyclone and downpours brought to other parts of the country, what
Focus: Is tomorrow already here? Seven questions about ChatGPT answered Climate-related weather: Quick-fix damage limitation ideas Future workplaces: Sustainability from the outset The privacy mistakes leaders make
The serious ongoing digital skills shortage will continue to impact all parts of the economy unless Aotearoa gets better at investing in the future and musters more students into tech
Managing up is not about blindsiding, ignoring or sidestepping your manager to seek higher Counsel. Nor is it about sucking up, demanding attention, or doing the work of a poorly
Board directors working in the not-for-profit sector would be wise to hone up on new legislation coming into force. By Cathy Parker. A majority of directors probably currently serve, or
Too few of New Zealand’s e-commerce sites meet even the basic accessibility standards for internet users with disabilities, says a local ecommerce specialist. Managing director of ecommerce integration specialists, Convergence,
Sustainability, digitalisation and resilient, inclusive trade will be key themes of a major gathering of senior Asia-Pacific business leaders to be held in Auckland early this year – the first
While there are clear benefits associated with a group decision-making process, there are also some pitfalls to watch out for – namely biases that can emerge. By Story Dealy Cottrell. Why do we
Less than one-third of employees feel they are paid fairly, while just 34 percent of employees believe their pay is equitable, according to a survey by Gartner. A Gartner survey
In order to stand out from the crowd and attract a wider range of employees, companies that consider which demographic and type of workforce they are aiming to recruit, and
Incidences of bullying and harassment at work are far from uncommon and while the statistics vary somewhat, it seems employees are increasingly cognisant of their rights and the legal ramifications
The balance of power between workers and their bosses is shifting. The exchange of value has shifted from the transactional factors of fair pay for a day’s work, to a
