The financial sector is one of many that is struggling with staff numbers and recruitment following the coronavirus pandemic. Digital transformation is revolutionising a number of day-to-day tasks within the financial industry, changing the nature of the job. With applicants falling and vacancies rising, why is this a problem and what can be done to overcome…

Direct Mail still plays an important role for businesses and in the customer journey alongside methods such as social media marketing and email. Why does this happen, and how does this enhance the journey with an organisation for the customer? Here, we look at the reasons why direct mail still…

It’s no secret that the engineering sector is experiencing a shortage of workers. In fact, research shows that the industry will need to train and employ around 200,000 people by 2024 to fill the gap.

Here, we’ll explore how your business can inspire students and professionals to become the engineers of tomorrow.    

Inspiring young people into…

Loyal customers can be a godsend for a business. They are the ones who make the biggest purchases and are sure to return and generate more business for the company. 

Brands who take a strategic approach to maintaining and increasing brand loyalty are winning in 2023. And as the retail game is…

The Highway Code is constantly being updated to make motorists and pedestrians safer, but a survey by the AA revealed that 61% of drivers had not read the new updates. These changes to the code came as recently as January 2022 while the survey was released in September.

Drivers and motorists would do well to keep updated to avoid any unexpected fines that could come from not being aware of the rules and laws of the road. Especially…

Within the construction industry there are countless numbers of dedicated workers. No matter whether it’s cold or warm weather builders work endlessly to build a better future in our society. To ensure the industry stays at continues to produce impressive work, employers can implement measures to produce a welcoming workplace.

Bernard McGovern, UK Managed Services Manager at Mobile Mini, specialist suppliers of…

Stamford, CT, February 08, 2023 – The United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII™), the world’s leading Artificial Intelligence (AI) certifications provider, has announced its much-awaited annual scholarships for university and college students all across the globe. This 100 percent…

Fleet downtime can have a huge impact on transport operators, causing delays which can result in dissatisfied passengers.

Optimisation of fleet operations can help businesses perform at the optimal level. The Internet of Things (IoT), telematics, and vehicle tracking present many opportunities for operators to improve their fleet operations. They open the doors to advanced fleet monitoring and real-time reporting to provide smart insights into key areas of fleet operations: route…

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The job title of a job posting is crucial to its success in attracting potential candidates. Just like how copywriters put a lot of thought into crafting headlines for advertisements, recruiters should also put in the effort to…

The 1980s and 1990s were the era of wearing power suits, and they defined the business environment. As times change, so does the corporate dress code.

Wearing yoga pants and a shirt on a conference call or a hoodie at Google’s office is the new normal. The business dress code is becoming more casual and flexible to highlight our skills and…

The restaurant industry is a cultural cornerstone of France and a major part of the country’s identity and, as a result, the coronavirus pandemic caused significant disruption to businesses – with one region reporting an 86% reduction in revenue in 2020.

And while patrons are now able to…

The rise of working from home has been less of gentle integration and more of an unprecedented boom. A study from the Office of National Statistics found in February 2022 that 84% of workers planned to carry out a mix of working in the office and at home in the future. This was even after working from home was a requirement due to world…

Maintaining productivity and connectivity in challenging market environments has always been key for modern businesses to stay competitive and relevant. However, in recent times, boosting productivity and connectivity is often considered a lower priority.

This doesn’t have to be the case if the right energy, culture, and focus is established within the business’ hierarchy, processes, and systems. Connectivity within a company is crucial. After all, as the saying goes,…

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At first, many of us enjoyed the ability to work from home, finding we could better balance work and life in this way. However, it is slowly becoming apparent that working from home isn’t all it is cracked up to be.

In fact, homeworking can…

While a company’s strategies, needs, and priorities vary based on age, industry, location, and size, all companies need to hire top talent to succeed and grow. Hence, companies need the right recruitment strategy to successfully hire and retain the best candidates. Your recruitment strategy should help you identify candidates who can support your company’s goals and long-term success. Equipped with the right…

No matter what stage you’re at in your career, whether you’re a finance graduate or postgraduate, we’ll be able to help you figure out what’s next. Your career path should be clear, regardless of what you do.

The finance industry offers a variety of job opportunities, depending on your experience and skill set. It will be easier for you to choose a career in accounting and…

HR technology, also known as human resource technology, is a rapidly evolving field that is shaping the way companies manage and engage their workforce. The use of technology in the HR field has become more prevalent in recent years and will continue to grow in the future.

AI and machine learning

One of the most significant…