Tag: HR
Ravi Kumar elevated, will lead HR for IMEA at Roche Diabetes...
Ravi Kumar takes up the expanded role of people & culture leader for the India, Middle East & Africa (IMEA) cluster, part of the...
As the pandemic drama unfolds, the spotlight is on HR
The role of an HR professional has traditionally been a supportive one, like that of a personnel officer, handling administrative and backend activities. In...
“Look at the ‘human’ at work; make work more ‘human’,” Richard...
2020: What to learn – what to erase
The global shift to remote work over the last year has created both opportunities and challenges for...
“HR will help business leverage market opportunities” – Saba Adil
2020: What to learn – what to erase
What turned out to be a boon was the amazing speed and adaptability demonstrated in embracing change,...
upGrad partners with Loyola Inst. for HR, AI, ML courses
upGrad, the Indian higher edtech company is expanding its online programme portfolio. It has partnered with Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA) to train...
4 reasons to enlist executive coaching in your HR philosophy!
Coaching streamlined with the ICF Core Competencies on enhancing leadership in the business world can result in a totally different perspective on how we...
Budget 2021: What HR wants
A new year is here and along with it comes the season of the Budget. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the budget...
Masterful Management 2.0: Jindal’s leadership development programme for middle management
In a fast-paced digital world, where there is a constant need for agile, innovative methods to reskill and train employees for the ‘new world’,...
Should HR claim incentives for reducing employee costs?
Amidst the current economic slump and pandemic-induced recession, businesses are under pressure to cut costs and also boost morale across the organsiation, without compromising...
Has the pandemic made way for better hires?
COVID-19 has thrown a lot of challenges and concerns at the HR industry. If the persistent job cuts is not enough trouble, managing a...
5 ways 2020 changed the life of HR
COVID-19 brought the world to a grinding halt but work must go on, and it did, albeit virtually. While getting used to the new...
Are HR heads better equipped to take on a COO role?
A leader in the role of a chief operating officer (COO) needs to have a good understanding of business, people management and the industry...
The right to privacy versus HR – On collision course
Scenario 1. Candidate goes for an interview. The recruiter takes her through the role at hand and they continue the discussion. At the fag...
IIM-Tiruchi starts new PGPM in HR; begins academic year online
IIM-Tiruchi welcomed its newly enrolled students of management at an online inauguration programme held recently. The Institution has decided to begin the year by...
How COVID-19 will redefine the HR function in government organisations
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has had a pervasive impact on all sectors including public sector enterprises. Of particular significance is the reinvention of the...
Pitch for jobs, not just apply
‘What is the right way to apply for a job? The answer is, ‘Many’. Right now, there are hundreds of individuals actively applying. All...
PeopleStrong’s co-founder, Shelly Singh, loses battle with cancer
Shelly Singh, co-founder and chief business officer of HR tech firm, PeopleStrong, passed away on July 12 at the age of 43. She had...
Biplab Bakshi is the new executive director-HR, Dabur
Biplab Bakshi has taken over the reins at Dabur India, as executive director-HR, from outgoing head, V. Krishnan. In his new role, Bakshi will...
Shelly Morales takes charge as VP-people at Balbix
Shelly Morales has taken over as VP-people, at Balbix, a cybersecurity platform. She took over in March, 2020 and is based out of the...
Chandrasekhar Mukherjee joins Magic Bus India Foundation as CHRO
Chandrasekhar Mukherjee, who was heading the people function at South Indian Bank, has stepped down from his role as CPO to join Magic Bus...
Factors to consider while rehiring former employees
In the war for talent, it is but natural for employers to feel more comfortable turning to the nearest best option available — former...
HR to keep an eye on social trends that are shaping...
Organisations are slowly waking up to deal with the multitude of social problems that exist in the ecosystem, both inside and outside the organisation....
New hiring trend shows liberal arts students taking on HR roles
Liberal arts is becoming a preferred choice for undergraduate students, world over. Following the trend set by the US— which houses many renowned universities,...
Ranjana Pal joins as director-HR, Andaz Delhi, Hyatt
Pal, who has 15 years of experience, will be looking after the training, culture, wellness, operations and related HR functions of the luxury and...
Nut Island effect: What it is and what one can do
It is every manager’s dream to have a self-sufficient and self-innovating team which produces good results and functions like a well-oiled machine. However, even...
Pay transparency: Are we mature enough?
Another one of the many things doing popular rounds in the industry is the idea of full pay transparency. It means that everyone inside...
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...
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...
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...
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Non-compliance to return-to-office mandate results in lower pay hikes for TCS staff
The regular office goers have received better hikes at the tech multinational
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) reportedly granted pay hikes to its employees based on...
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...
Polmor Steel to expand in Telangana, create 100 more jobs
Polmor Steel, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Polish company Polmor is gearing to expand in Telanga, where it already has facilities in the Automotive...
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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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....
