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Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
Electric blankets, door snakes and closed curtains may not be as exciting as a new heater, but they can save South African households hundreds of rand a month. [...]
Haryana urges private firms to embrace work-from-home and staggered schedules to combat traffic congestion and rising fuel costs. This initiative, aimed at easing pressure on Gurgaon's roads, extends government austerity [...]
PGW agreed to hold public meetings on reducing its carbon footprint. At the first meeting, there were lots of questions from the public but no answers from the utility. [...]
The Haryana government has urged private firms to adopt work-from-home and staggered office timings to reduce traffic congestion, fuel use, and energy consumption, especially in Gurgaon and NCR. The move [...]
The next-generation 2027 Bayon trades its hatchback roots for proper crossover styling, more cabin space and new powertrains [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
From Spain to Uruguay, these countries are attracting Americans seeking lower living costs, greater flexibility, remote work opportunities, and a better quality of life. [...]
According to those who knew him best, there was no better worker than Brian Stronach. [...]
Khanh Ly, 39, in Hanoi has accepted a lower salary in exchange for a job that offers two-day weekends and remote work, giving her more time with her children. [...]
Maine and its fellow New England states once again prove they're among the best places in America for working dads. [...]
A Deloitte survey found younger workers are prioritising skills, adaptability and sustainable career growth over rapid promotions, with many taking up side jobs and embracing AI to build capabilities and [...]
AI at the Workplace
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Mental Health at Work
From Spain to Uruguay, these countries are attracting Americans seeking lower living costs, greater flexibility, remote work opportunities, and a better quality of life. [...]
According to those who knew him best, there was no better worker than Brian Stronach. [...]
Khanh Ly, 39, in Hanoi has accepted a lower salary in exchange for a job that offers two-day weekends and remote work, giving her more time with her children. [...]
Maine and its fellow New England states once again prove they're among the best places in America for working dads. [...]
A Deloitte survey found younger workers are prioritising skills, adaptability and sustainable career growth over rapid promotions, with many taking up side jobs and embracing AI to build capabilities and [...]
Future of Work
The AI Revolution: Are We Ready for 2030? | Future of AI, Jobs & Technology
How to get a quick creativity boost – Parthajeet Sarma
This article has been written by Parthajeet Sarma. He is a Chevening scholar (Oxford University), writer, award-winning innovator and entrepreneur. 18 years out of his over two decades of work experience, has been as an entrepreneur. Set up in 2003,…
Technology, a double edged sword
A pre-pandemic interview between co-working pioneer Alex Hillman and workplace transformation expert Parthajeet Sarma, discusses various aspects of the modern workplace and the impact of technology on work habits and productivity. Hillman emphasizes the need for employees to have control…
Daisy Narayanan, the lady behind Carfree Sundays, Edinburgh
Watch Daisy Narayanan in conversation with Architect Sibani Sarma, Founder of Gallopper | For Godrej Interio Talk the Walk | An interview series focused on the inspiration behind path-breaking works in the design sector.
Ensuring Success in Transformations : Decoding Workplace Change
As organizations find themselves navigating through a sea of changes, be it technological advancements, shifts in market dynamics, or internal transformations, change management emerges as the guiding compass in these turbulent waters, offering a systematic approach to navigate transformations effectively.…
The new should carry forward the heritage and culture and not to erase it
“Design is a constant process to innovate, create and reinvent itself for a better living. The design style though modern always has space for innovative use of materials with a contemporary clean design sensibility,” feels Archana Shah. A graduate from…
Architect Supriya Haobam who found her calling in Yoga
“Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees.” ― B.K.S. Iyengar, Light on Life. Architect Supriya Haobam tells Gallopper about her journey from being an architect to leaving everything and becoming a Yoga teacher. It…
The AWA Institute launches in Bengaluru, India
Started in the UK as a members-only community by AWA, the AWA Institute launches its Bengaluru chapter today (18th August, 2023). The institute is dedicated to supporting inspirational leaders from all disciplines of business (including Operations, Corporate Real Estate, Facilities…
Innovative Office Design Strategies for Space Optimization
Office space ranks as the second most significant expense for most businesses, trailing only behind employee salaries. Therefore, it is essential to ensure that this investment yields returns. Underutilized offices not only drain finances but also miss out on opportunities…
Exploring the Shift towards a Non-Traditional Work Landscape
In a thought-provoking pre-pandemic interview between workplace transformation expert Parthajeet Sarma and remote work enthusiast Steve Munroe, the conversation delves into the growing phenomenon of individuals questioning the predetermined paths of their lives. Munroe shares his own experiences of breaking…
