July 25th, 2022

When we discuss business sustainability, we often mean things like cash flow, growth forecasting, recruitment, and investment strategies. However, becoming an eco-friendly business should also be near the top of your agenda, as industries prioritise environmental, as well as financial, stability. It’s harder than ever to grow without being green, due to a range of […]

June 23rd, 2022

We all recognise the importance of business fire safety, but what steps do we actually take to protect our workplaces and keep our colleagues safe? Staying prepared, and working hard to prevent hazards, should be high on the agenda for every business. However, too often, companies let their standards slip and put their colleagues at […]

May 28th, 2022

The phrase ‘automation in the workplace’ still conjures images of shiny cyborgs manufacturing lasers or spaceships far in the future. In reality, however, robotic systems and automated processes have already worked alongside humans. They’ve done so for decades, and according to Moore’s law, they’ll continue to increase every year. American engineer Gordon Moore conceived this […]

April 28th, 2022

Finding business cost savings can be a thankless task. No one wants to be a penny pincher, but sometimes it’s the tough decision that makes or breaks a business. Finding the right savings keeps a business sustainable, protecting livelihoods and supporting your customers. With the following 15 tips, some luck, and some business instincts, you […]

March 28th, 2022

Society’s views of COVID-19 have started to shift as we enter an endemic rather than a pandemic. The disease is no longer a one-time threat that defines our lives. Instead, it is an aspect of everyday life that we must learn to coexist with. Therefore, many feel it is now time to swap their pyjamas […]

February 28th, 2022

Businesses face all kinds of physical threats from theft, vandalism, and trespassing on their premises. With many workplaces switching to hybrid working, business security takes on even more hybrid risks. Hacks, phishing, and cybercrimes are more rampant than ever, and that doesn’t discount the physical dangers facing emptier and more vulnerable offices. Therefore, companies must […]

January 28th, 2022

Work-life balance is a fluffy term for a serious issue. It affects millions of people worldwide, draining motivation, damaging health, and sapping growth from businesses. To improve work-life balance, we first have to understand it. The phrase draws on a metaphor, positioning the modern worker as a kind of tightrope walker. Lean too far into […]

December 28th, 2021

January brings new business challenges every year, and the 2020s add extra turbulence, uncertainty, and dynamic new norms. Widespread changes swept through office spaces worldwide in the past few months, and the rate of change shows no sign of slowing. However, reflecting on the existing trends and preparing for their growth in the coming months […]

November 28th, 2021

Employees form a company’s most important resource, and in competitive markets, business leaders fight hard to recruit and retain top talent. It’s obvious that great employees make great companies. However, getting these employees on board is easier said than done, and keeping them there can be even more challenging. Understanding the needs and wants of […]

October 29th, 2021

Now, more than ever, businesses around the world choose a biometric attendance system to support their staff. From global banks to enterprising start-ups, firms of all shapes and sizes get rid of passwords, keys, and swipecards for new, cloud-driven solutions. This change seems sudden and drastic to some, causing business leaders to ask important questions […]

September 29th, 2021

Strong workplace productivity separates ambitious, well-run businesses from stagnant firms with disaffected staff. The best companies run like well-oiled machines, but low workplace productivity reflects a team performing well under-par. However, when business leaders understand workplace productivity and take steps to improve it, they revolutionise their companies and revitalise their working environments. Employing tactics from […]

August 15th, 2021

Buddy punching, a friendly name for concerning practice, affects businesses all over the world. The practice damages firms of all sizes, from family businesses to international conglomerates. Some estimates put buddy punching’s yearly cost to the US economy well over $350 million. In Britain, it costs many firms tens of thousands of pounds and can […]

August 10th, 2021

For many, face recognition seems a strange or futuristic technology to use in the workplace. In some senses, this is true: it is the technology of the future, becoming increasingly integral to post-pandemic commerce. While not currently as widespread as fingerprint biometrics, the benefits of face recognition offer unique applications in streamlining businesses and protecting […]

July 27th, 2021

Hybrid working, the phrase on everyone’s lips, look set to redefine workplace futures across the globe. Since the COVID pandemic enforced abrupt changes to employee working patterns, more and more firms have embraced remote and flexible working. Lockdown accelerated the gradual digitisation of communal workplace premises. This proved that many firms possess the tools to […]

June 30th, 2021

Working from home increased dramatically in 2020, forcing workers worldwide into a steep learning curve of behavioural change. While increasing workplace accessibility and eliminating commutes, remote working can bore employees to tears at times. Without the proper practices, working from home feels more like sleeping at the office, as professionalism invades privacy and productivity becomes […]

June 29th, 2021

Absenteeism affects every UK business, but its complexity resists even the top economists’ understanding. Experts tally its impact on the UK economy between 18 and 77 billion pounds per year, so conscientious firms manage unplanned absence as a top priority. Of course, personnel need time off, and authorised absences maintain productivity and boost morale. However, […]

May 30th, 2021

Employees are the most important assets to your company. With a good workforce management strategy, you can meet customer demand with little stress or personal conflict among employees and their managers. A System Built for the Modern Business The concept of ‘work-life balance‘ is a term that’s been in the spotlight for some time now, […]

May 27th, 2021

Since the WHO declared burnout an ‘epidemic’ in 2019, learning how to reduce employee burnout became a top priority for firms worldwide. Burnout, a buzzword with real-life consequences, wreaks havoc on health and wellbeing, not to mention business efficacy. As a workplace phenomenon draining £900 million from the UK economy every year, burnout could be […]

April 30th, 2021

Running a small business can be time-consuming and costly; when your team is working cohesively to fulfil your vision, you can reap the rewards of a well-run venture. In order to ensure that your workers are safe and productive, you might be considering a clocking in system. Gone are the days of the card-punch system […]

March 31st, 2021

There is nothing more important for a business owner than the safety and security of their physical place of business. Unfortunately, both residential and commercial properties are vulnerable to break-ins and theft. There are a few different paths you can go down to ensure the safety of your workplace. One of the most effective is […]