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Ikea to train 3,000 in AI
Ikea has committed to an ambitious initiative: equipping approximately 3,000 co-workers and 500 leaders with the essential skills in artificial intelligence (AI).
These training programmes...
Ikea hits 30% local sourcing; 46% female representation in India workforce
Ikea is making significant strides in its expansion efforts in India, with a particular focus on the promising opportunities. Back in 2013, Ikea made...
IKEA opens stores in Bengaluru & Oman; creates jobs for locals
IKEA, the Swedish home furnishings firm, recently opened two stores — one in Nagasundara near Bengaluru in Karnataka, India, and the other in the...
Ikea aims to generate 95,000 jobs in 5 years
In an endeavour to scale up its social entrepreneurship business and achieve a goal of creating about 95,000 jobs by 2025, the Company has...
IKEA India’s 4-point guide to a gender-balanced workplace
It is no secret that gender equality at the workplace is one of IKEA's top priorities. Perhaps it stems from its home country, Sweden's...
IKEA India to create 10000 jobs in Maharashtra, and employ 50%...
Not long after the successful launch of IKEA’s first store in India in Hyderabad, IKEA India, the Sweden-based home furnishing retailer is all set...
IKEA India gets a new CEO in Peter Betzel
Both people and business growth are high on Betzel’s agenda, as he takes on the challenge of expanding and leading IKEA's business in India.
IKEA introduces day care benefit for all co-workers in India
Named DAGIS (Swedish for day-care centres), these centres will be located inside IKEA campuses across the country.
IKEA to hire 7500 women by 2030, starts recruiting in Hyderabad
The furniture retailer plans to go for value-based rather than experience or qualification-based hiring.
Now ‘Dads’ can avail 6 months paid parental leave
Employees of IKEA India, including men, will enjoy six months of parental leave, with full salary and benefits.
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...
H-1B visa holders can fight visa-denial case if employers commit fraud
If Indian H-1B visa holders find that their visa is about to be revoked just because their employer has been found to have indulged...
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