Name change for HR on the horizon
Along with human resources, its nomenclature is undergoing transformation too.
It is not the first time that the human resources (HR) department is going through...
How to implement a strategic culture change in an organisation
Culture is built over the years by the people of the organisation. It starts with the first bunch of employees and it keep shaping...
Godrej wakes up to ‘Agile Working’
Globally, agile working is the new fad now. There are two aspects of this trend—workforce agility and operational agility.
Mahindra & Mahindra’s secret to being a great employer: Inclusion at the deepest level
People in the company always know how crucial they are to the success of the organisation and how they fit into the scheme of things.
Apollo Munich Health Insurance: Bringing some fun into the workplace
Fun at work is not just essential but an innate part of AMHI’s culture.
Employee engagement goes socially responsible: Zerodha’s flea market
With earnings from its stalls, the company has funded education and upbringing of four underprivileged girls through Action Aid.
Why does Alibaba conduct mass weddings of its employees?
Mass weddings are not uncommon in India. This now has spread across the border and reached China.
Global e-commerce giant, Alibaba, organises mass wedding at...
Marrying German and Indian cultures at Dr. Oetker India
Following Dr. Oetker’s acquisition of Fun Foods in 2008, one of the biggest challenges was to bridge the gap between employer ambitions and employee expectations.
From ‘survive’ to ‘thrive’ – How to transform organisational outlook
Now that we are in the year 2021, we are a little more certain and confident that things are changing, and that too, for...
How IBM looks at diversity and inclusion
Inclusivity is an innate part of IBM’s organisational culture and is made possible by focussed groups led by diversity champions across functions.
How ‘bad hires’ can be transformed into ‘star performers’
Matrimony.com’s chief human resource officer, Rajesh Balaji recalls a case, where a new joinee as HRBP appeared to be arrogant, unresponsive, pushing the manager,...
How the ‘BIG’ family celebrates 5 years of togetherness
At Reliance Broadcast Network, it’s a week-long celebration, when an employee completes five years with the company…
Why Indian companies shy away from using social-media to assess culture fit
There are various parameters on which candidates are assessed before employers finally decide to hire them. One such parameter is ‘culture fit’. Yes, while...
Cultural transposition: Why organisations should also adapt to people’s style
When new talent is acquired by any organisation, helping the new recruits become familiar with the existing culture, behaviour, environment and operational methodology of...
Barco gets recognition for robust work culture
Barco boasts of a great work culture on five parameters: fairness, respect, credibility, pride and camaraderie.
They recently received a recognition for being a great...
Is start-up culture all about performance-driven mindset?
Way back in the 1980s, Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman, World Economic Forum, had said, “In the new world, it is not the...
Godrej’s video on #FathersDay celebrates #EqualParenting
The Group released an illuminating video this Father’s Day, highlighting its inclusive policies that encourage equal parenting.
Microsoft employees call for 40 hours a week work limit in China
A group of Microsoft employees has raised its voice against the taxing ‘996’ work culture that supports a six-day week work schedule lasting from...
K Raheja Corp strides towards building an all-inclusive work culture
The agenda of diversity is being taken very seriously by India Inc. It isn’t just gender diversity but diversity in all forms that is...
7 steps to creating a great organisational culture
It is the culture of an organisation that lends it an identity and makes it a winner.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s new mantra: ‘Work that fits your life’
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is setting a new benchmark in employee benefits. Called ‘Work that fits your life’, the programme offers hordes of benefits...
Ushering a cultural shift: Why workplaces are changing for good!
Ask any individual who has been part of the corporate workforce for around two decades, and they will tell you that the most indistinguishable...
Communication analytics: A measured approach to culture transformation
‘Culture is the new currency’ is a trendy phrase these days. The expression is used to understand the importance of culture in fetching, fascinating...
Is digital transformation less about technology & more about mindset?
It was in 2011 that GE endeavoured to initiate a digital transformation effort. The Company started a new venture called GE Digital, in 2015,...
How agile organisations fare better than bureaucratic ones
Agile performance units excel at strategy and people-related practices, and are more stable and dynamic than bureaucratic units.
Is the company culture under threat?
Many of us have not met our colleagues, subordinates and friends at work for a long time now. Yes, we are all interacting virtually,...
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...
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...
Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition
Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...
Toshiba to let go 5000 in Japan
Toshiba is contemplating a significant downsizing of its workforce in Japan, eyeing a reduction of about 5,000 positions. The move is said to affect...
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upGrad records 55,000 placements in FY24
Fresh off a successful fiscal year, upGrad, a learning platform, capped off FY24 with considerable growth in annual placements and transitions, reaching a record...
Remote work for UAE government staff today due to heavy rains, hailstorms
Government employees in the UAE have been ordered to work remotely on 16 April, 2024. Private-sector organisations have been told to take necessary precautions...
Globant SA embraces full remote work policy for its 30,000 employees
Globant SA, an IT and software development company, led by Martin Migoya, CEO, is charting a unique course in the post-pandemic work landscape. In...
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...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
