Technology
TMF Group launches payroll platform to streamline HR administration
TMF Optix uses artificial intelligence (AI) to provide intelligent analytics, global reporting, AI-powered dashboards and optimised data management.
Technology
Technology
Workplace tech linked to stress, sick leave and resignations, report finds
The Adaptavist report found 73% of knowledge workers said technology helped their careers, but 26% regularly felt overwhelmed.
News
North East Ambulance Service launches Blink to boost staff communication
Staff on the road, in the emergency operations centre, at stations or working remotely can access the platform.
Organisational & Employee Development
Equans secures funding from CITB to boost construction skills and productivity
The funding will support a new digital learning programme, developed with Tribuco, that aims to improve build quality and close the skills gap.
Featured
£320m IBM defence contract to create 100 skilled jobs
Defence Minister Luke Pollard said the programme will “revolutionise how we provide our front-line personnel with the kit they need, when they need it” while creating jobs at home.
News
Science Minister urges pension funds to boost investment in science and tech firms
Lord Ian Vallance said there were too many UK companies working in areas like AI, biotechnology and quantum that UK investors were not supporting enough.
News
FDM Group partners with Northeastern University London for AI roadshow
The first session took place on 1st October, covering topics such as responsible AI, generative AI, AI fluency, prompt power, and the risks of deepfakes.
Recruitment & HR
AI narrows gender skills gap in HR and office sectors, data reveals
The Ainigma data showed that men currently dominate roles responsible for the control and implementation of AI tools.
Health & Wellbeing
jobmate to launch jobsafe workplace incident reporting app at FORS Conference
jobmate will unveil its new incident reporting app, jobsafe, at the FORS Annual Conference in Birmingham on 23rd October.
Business
A third of UK businesses remain offline despite digital growth
Research from Nomada Digital shows 32% of UK businesses still lack a website, with smaller cities leading online adoption while major hubs stall.
News
Indeed launches Premium Sponsored Jobs to help employers tackle slow hiring
The offering lets employers connect directly with quality candidates, use AI features for faster screening, and display an “urgently hiring” label.
Opinion
AI isn’t replacing jobs, it’s reinventing them
Sheila Flavell, COO at FDM Group, discusses how AI is transforming job roles and the essential skills needed for future workplaces.