Flat structure vs hierarchy: does either work?
Experiments in scrapping command-and-control management structures have not always been a success, so is there another way of empowering staff?
Who is responsible for reskilling the future workforce? How will artificial intelligence transform the way we communicate? And how can employers promote flexibility when flexible working is not a good fit for a given role? The Future of Work special report, published in The Times, tackles these questions, along with exploring how bureaucracy is holding organisations back and the importance of corporate wellness programmes. Also featured is an infographic covering the growing popularity of co-working and expert advice from business leaders on how to get the best out of your staff
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Educating children for the jobs of the future
In an uncertain world, the only certainty is change, so young people should be taught how to adapt in a constantly changing working environment
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Flexible working for the inflexible workplace
Companies that offer flexible working are known to have increased employee retention, more motivated and engaged staff, and access to wider talent pools when recruiting
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Leaders’ advice for boosting employee productivity
Five thought leaders offer tips to help overcome obstacles to raising productivity
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Right tech could be the saviour of global productivity
With the right work management platform, enabling individuals and teams to achieve the same mission, productivity levels will rise
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Can workplace evolution help small businesses outcompete enterprises?
With small businesses having bigger opportunities than ever before, the future of work means smaller companies are well placed to push valuable outcomes further and faster than their larger competitors
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The office where you log in, not walk in
Business tech should match what delights consumers about the apps they use at home, says Alex Shootman, president and chief executive of Workfront
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Freelancers add new dimension to UK economy
A London-based company is accelerating the future of work via a platform built to respond to the needs of both organisations and freelancers
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Wealth & Asset Management 2021
Rising inflation, remote management, sluggish debt markets, ESG concerns - numerous challenges have arisen for wealth and asset managers over the past two years. But rather than stymie investment and financial growth, these challenges have provided opportunities for innovation. How will managers take advantage of burgeoning asset classes to hedge against risks and ensure robust future returns? Which ESG considerations will take priority as wealth is transferred to the next generation? How can managers use tech solutions to best serve their clients?
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Sustainable Business 2021
Post-COP26 the focus has turned to how businesses are helping build a more sustainable future. From new European laws aiming to slow deforestation to rethinking business travel, there are ways all companies can help keep warming below 1.5°C.
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Talent Management 2021
With the great resignation in full swing, talent management is perhaps more important than ever. The ability to effectively recruit, onboard, upskill and ultimately retain good talent may make the difference in a market where job seekers hold the cards. What are the factors contributing to the tight recruitment market? How should businesses manage the digital (and increasingly remote) workplace? What does it take to attract and keep talent in the current environment?
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Future of Retail 2021
2021 was a year of immense change for the Retail sector, as it tried to establish its role in the new normal. From a revamp of business rates to seemingly unending supply chain issues, the year has been fraught with ups and downs. Our Future of Retail report examines how brands can make smarter use of customer data, the best ways to sell luxury and the top trends for 2022. It also explores what shopping could be like in the metaverse