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Freixenet to cut 80% roles

In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...

HDFC announced Rs 1,500 crore to staff under ex-gratia

In the wake of a remarkable performance in the fourth quarter of FY24, HDFC Bank has announced an ex-gratia payment totaling approximately Rs 1,500...

Time to give traditional productivity metrics an overhaul

Imagine a bustling office where traditional productivity metrics reign supreme, where sales numbers, units produced and hours worked are meticulously tracked and analysed. However,...

The ethics of employee monitoring

Case - XYZ manufacturing company recently implemented a comprehensive employee monitoring system to increase productivity and ensure data security. However, the move sparked concerns...

Kimbal Technologies names Jaya Suri as CHRO

Jaya Suri has joined Kimbal Technologies (formerly Crystal) as its chief human resource officer (CHRO). An alumna of IBM, Suri has completed her bachelor’s...

IR Talks with Sarajit Jha, chief business transformation & digital solutions,...

Sarajit Jha, chief chief business transformation & digital solutions, Tata Steel talks to Prajjal Saha, editor, HRKatha on Tata Steel's extraordinary approach on digitalisation...

IR Talks with Pankaj Kumar, Ex-Chief TQM & Corporate Quality Assurance,...

Tata Steel is a Deming Prize winner - which is considered as the Nobel in Quality Management. Under the leadership of Late Sir JJ...

THIS WEEK

Elon Musk issues apology over low severance packages

In an email sent to his employees,Elon Musk, CEO, Tesla, has formally apologised for what he termed as "incorrectly low" severance packages. This comes...

Now an AI tool to predict when new joinees/freshers will quit

Naruhiko Shiratori, professor, Tokyo City University along with a Japanese startup, are working on developing an artificial intelligence tool that will predict when a...

10% of Brevan Howard Asset Management to be laid off

Brevan Howard Asset Management is all set to reduce its workforce by a 100 people. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise at the...

Poonam Burman takes on CHRO role at Godrej Industries (Chemicals)

After spending well over four and a half years with Unilever, Poonam Burman has joined Godrej Industries (Chemicals) as chief human resource officer. An alumna...

How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement

In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...

Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces

Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...

Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible

The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
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Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’

In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...

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Freixenet to cut 80% roles

In a stark response to the relentless drought crippling Catalonia's Penedes region, Freixenet, the Spanish cava (wine) producer, unveils a drastic plan. The company...

Why is Samsung embracing a 6-day workweek?

Executives at Samsung Electronics will be working six days a week. That is, in addition to the five days of work, they will now...

Why are so many H-1B workers in the US switching jobs?

A recent study has revealed that more and more H-1B visa holders in the US are switching jobs. In fact, there was a record...

Nike lets go 740 from Oregan HQ to cut costs

Sportswear firm, Nike is all set to reduce staff strength at its Oregon headquarters by 740. This is part of a cost-cutting exercise because...

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Allcargo: Propelling tomorrow’s logistics mavericks with the t2v framework

The world of logistics is a high-octane arena where agility and innovation are the lifeblood of success. In this cutthroat landscape, talent isn’t a...

Roche reimagines the office: A wellness oasis for the digital age

The office is dead. Long live the office, but not as we knew it. The past two years of remote work have fundamentally reshaped...

Will Indian migrant workers to Britain be able to sponsor family members now?

With the new visa and income rules being implemented in the UK, migrants who earn less than £29,000 will not be able to sponsor...

Sulabh Kulshreshtha moves from Nykaa to Livspace, as head-HR

Sulabh Kulshreshtha has joined Livspace, the home interiors and renovation platform, as head of human resources. He moves from Nykaa, where he served for...

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