HR is anticipating another challenging year as they play a key role in protecting the business in uncertain economic times by ensuring the right people are in the right roles, while also supporting employees sustainably through the cost-of-living crisis.
Pay settlements have risen to their highest levels for 30 years, but most still fall short of inflation. We look at how the pressure on living standards caused by the cost-of-living crisis means employers are looking at other levers to support employees.
The majority of organisations surveyed by XpertHR have at least some employees working on a hybrid basis. We report on the progress of these new arrangements, the successes and benefits to organisations, as well as how HR is working to overcome remaining challenges.
Our research finds that coronavirus continued to impact sickness absence rates in 2021, particularly in organisations where working from home is not an option.
Many employers are in the process of implementing or embedding a hybrid working model. We examine what these entail, employee satisfaction and how HR is overcoming any challenges encountered.
Hybrid working that encourages teamworking, collaboration and connection is the future of the workplace, according to our survey, but it will bring with it significant challenges for line managers.
Our latest data on sickness absence rates and costs reveals the lowest figures in 15 years, primarily due to the restrictions imposed as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Our research finds that although a majority of organisations enhance maternity pay above the statutory provision, they take a wide range of approaches in doing so.