Future of Work
As offices re-open, how can you avoid distractions while working?
As many people return to shared offices, they may be facing significantly more interruptions and noise than they have been used to while working at home.
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Future of Work
United States
This is what working in extreme heat can do to your health
A new study has shown that physically intense work in hot temperatures could potentially increase US kidney disease rates.
Education and Skills
Digital learning is real-world learning. That’s why blended on-campus and online study is best
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Education at Deakin University, discusses how to create a university experience that prepares students for a digital future.
Workforce and Employment
What is a ‘third space’ venue - and could it be the future of hybrid working?
The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated changes in the way that we work. But hybrid working offers more choices than just the home or the office.
Future of Work
Home or office? Survey shows opinions about work after COVID-19
Across the world, people expect employers to allow more flexibility when the COVID-19 pandemic is over, a new survey shows. Two-thirds want flexible work.
Workforce and Employment
What role could AI play in the 'return to work' phase?
Anand Rao, global artificial intelligence leader at PwC, believes AI could be used to provide emotional and individual support in the workplace.
Workforce and Employment
4 ways to create productive and committed teams
We use three reciprocation styles: giving, taking and matching. Organizations can encourage a giving culture by assessing and incentivizing this behaviour
COVID-19
The pandemic has damaged youth employment: Here’s how we can help
The pandemic has had a profound effect on young people’s economic opportunities. Fixing that will call for a blended approach.
Future of Work
How to make a success of the new era of hybrid working
Hybrid working is set to become the new norm. This has the potential to increase diversity and inclusion, but organizations need to create a strong culture
Innovation
Companies need innovation more than ever. Here's how to measure it
Innovation is difficult to measure, which often means that companies don't recognise and support it. But there are a few key principles that can help
Workforce and Employment
New study shows how much more productive a hybrid workforce can be
It's expected that up to 20% of the US entire workforce will continue to work from home permanently after the COVID-19 pandemic, up from 5% before it.
Future of Work
Why listening to employees supports a positive return to work
New research shows 86% of employees feel their organization doesn't listen to them. We reveal key ways to receive feedback and assist the return to work.
The Digital Transformation of Business
9 ways to foster a people-centric digital culture
Strong digital cultures are created by leaders who work collaboratively to enable innovation. Here are nine key actions to help them on this journey.
Future of Work
The surprising toll open-plan offices have on our mental health
New research has found that noise stimulation from open plan offices increases negative mood by 25% and increases the human sweat response by 34%.
United States
This is how the world commutes to work, research shows
Results from Statista's Global Consumer Survey reveal how people around the world commute to work, school or university. Only 6% of Americans go by bike.