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Hybrid Work
Trends redefining hybrid work.
BERLIN: Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume aims to slash up to 100,000 jobs from its current workforce worldwide over the next few years, Manager Magazin reported on Friday. [...]
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Civil service reform introduces flexible work model with two days working from home, while maintaining service delivery standards [...]
PUTRAJAYA: The Cabinet has agreed to implement the Hybrid Work Day (HBH) arrangement as a new norm in the Public Service, effective Aug 1, according to the Public Service Department [...]
PUTRAJAYA, June 26 — The Public Service Department (PSD) today announced that the Cabinet has approved the Hybrid Working Day (HWD) as a new norm in the civil service, effective [...]
Workplace Designs
Workplace Design updates.
The post-conflict workplace is revealing important truths about retention, leadership, well-being, and stability [...]
Managed Office Spaces: Explore the transformation of India's commercial real estate with Built-to-Suit 2.0, focusing on human-centric designs, technology, and sustainability in customized workspaces. [...]
Worklife Balance
Wellness at Work Insights.
A layoff sparked Douglas Craig's career pivot from decades in the media world to ski instructor and other seasonal, full-time positions in Colorado. [...]
The latest of the Society of Pension Professionals’ (SPP’s) regular columns looks at how the industry can best support those in the early years of a career in pensions. [...]
90% of professionals from across the business meetings and events sector have reported that rising employment costs have restricted their ability to recruit you [...]
AI at the Workplace
AI: Friend, Not Foe
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Mental Health at Work
A layoff sparked Douglas Craig's career pivot from decades in the media world to ski instructor and other seasonal, full-time positions in Colorado. [...]
The latest of the Society of Pension Professionals’ (SPP’s) regular columns looks at how the industry can best support those in the early years of a career in pensions. [...]
90% of professionals from across the business meetings and events sector have reported that rising employment costs have restricted their ability to recruit you [...]
Future of Work
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Neighbourhood Design
In this conversation between Sandip Agarwal, co-founder, Practice Design and workplace transformation expert Sibani Sarma of Idream, the focus is on neighbourhood design and its impact on the workplace. This is from a series of conversations titled ‘Reframe’, presented by…
Social Skills : No way! It is not for us! Or is it?
With the world becoming a small circuit it is important to be well networked. We are not talking about being present across social media platforms but realtime life-skills here. It’s hard to underestimate the impact of good social skills on…
Using Architecture for Social Change – Nebula with Hatch Workshop
“Aavaas” by Nebula is an Indian affordable housing development venture established in 2016. Aavaas is a socially impactful business that believes in the mantra of “Affordable Living not just Affordable Housing” and seeks to provide Social Infrastructure on its projects…
Unlocking Productivity and Employee Well-Being: The Power of Activity-Based Working
In the fast-paced world of modern work, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to boost productivity, foster collaboration, and enhance employee well-being. One such approach that has been gaining traction is Activity-Based Working (ABW). ABW revolutionizes traditional workspaces and practices by providing employees with a flexible and dynamic environment that caters to their specific tasks […]
Analogies of Nouns
Sabu Francis talks about Analogies of Nouns and Analogies of Verbs in innovations through the ages. This talk was presented at Gallopper Talks 2018 which was held in Pune and was themed “Co-creating the Future of Work” Read more here
Will the Future of Work really play out like this?
This TEDx Shorts video features Bridget Loudon exploring the Future of Work. While it presents an intriguing perspective on restructuring careers and embracing project-based work, there are several points that may not play out as suggested and require a relook:…
A Candid Video Interview with the Legend, Architect Prem Nath
Premier Architect Prem Nath, established Prem Nath and Associates in 1967 as an Architectural and Interior Designing Firm offering engineering services all over India. Prem Nath is a cheerful and passionate human being and his demeanor is almost infectious. He has a…
A Conversation on Flexibility, Connection, and Purpose
In an engaging pre-Covid conversation, workplace transformation expert Parthajeet Sarma engages in a discussion with remote work consultant Britnee Bond. They delve into various aspects of the modern work environment and the evolving attitudes of the workforce, shedding light on…
Embracing Equality in Hybrid Work: Nurturing a Unified Organizational Experience
In today’s dynamic work landscape, organizations are adopting hybrid work models, offering employees the flexibility to work from the office or remotely. While this approach presents numerous benefits, it also poses challenges in maintaining a cohesive work culture and ensuring…
