1. Identify your organisation’s actual needs The first step in selecting a new HR system is to determine what your organisation requires from such a system. It is important to identify the necessary functionalities in areas such as recruitment, onboarding, skills development and payroll management. The chosen system must fit the organisation’s structure and target […]
A strong example of why climate risk matters to companies is the surge in extreme weather events, causing direct financial losses and operational disruptions across industries. In 2023, Hurricane Otis devastated Acapulco, Mexico, damaging 80% of hotels and causing an estimated $16 billion in losses. Wildfires in Los Angeles led to $250–275 billion in economic […]
What is a Life Cycle Assesment (LCA)? Life Cycle Assessment is a detailed, standardized method to measure a product’s environmental impacts across its entire life – from raw materials and production to use and disposal. LCAs follow international standards (ISO 14040 and 14044) to ensure reliable results. They assess factors such as carbon emissions, water […]
What is Intercultural Communication? Culture represents the collective mental programming of people and serves as a key factor that distinguishes one group from another. It encompasses learned codes of behavior and shared values that shape how we communicate, act, and interact with others. Communication is rarely simple. When it takes place between individuals from different […]
Learning is not just individual change, it reshapes the entire system Engeström’s activity theory and expansive learning model highlight that workplace learning happens within a larger activity environment. This includes tools, rules, communities, and division of labor, not just individuals. Learning doesn’t simply change people. It changes how the whole system works. That’s what makes […]
And when services are outsourced, expectations rise. It’s no longer enough that reports are delivered on time or tax filings are submitted. Customers expect their accounting firm to understand their business, proactively identify development areas, and communicate clearly, human to human. Outsourcing raises the bar, and that’s a good thing! Many customers turn to outsourcing […]
Not being heard is a root cause of resistance Change stirs emotions: uncertainty, fear, hope, excitement. When these emotions are ignored, they take on a life of their own. When people feel that their thoughts and concerns aren’t being listened to, they stop listening too – especially to what the organization is trying to say. […]
You’re not alone. Most people who’ve worked in development know that feeling. That moment when you believe this time will be different, only to watch it follow the same old pattern. All that’s left is fatigue and frustration. But what if the issue isn’t with that one project? What if the failure wasn’t a fluke, […]
Maybe you’ve seen it before: a new reporting system was built, but no one really used it. Or maybe new metrics were introduced, but they never stuck, because no one understood how they connected to their own work. This isn’t uncommon. And that’s why it’s so important to realize that data-driven leadership is not just […]