Tag: IT companies

Layoffs can do good

Recently, a former Meta employee shared her story of getting laid off at the big IT giant. She called it her ‘worst fear,’ detailing...

 IT firms prioritise local hires in key US markets due to...

India's top IT services companies are reconsidering their recruitment approaches to give priority to hiring locals in crucial markets such as the United States....

IT companies, including TCS, delaying onboarding of freshers

TCS, an Indian IT company, has not laid off any employees so far, but is reportedly taking cost-saving measures. According to a recent report,...

How longer notice periods are backfiring for IT companies

Renuka, who has just started her career as a programmer with two years of experience, has put in her papers at her current job....

Many corporates willing to bear vaccine cost of staff

Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Accenture India will bear the cost of vaccines for their eligible employees and their family members. Others such...

Freshers can expect 91,000 jobs from TCS, Infosys, HCL, Wipro

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, HCL Technologies and Wipro together plan to offer jobs to about 91,000 freshers from campuses in the next financial...

Demand rises for mid- and senior-level professionals in India: Study

The year 2020 witnessed a growing demand for mid-level and senior-rank professionals with more than seven years of experience. A study by Great Learning,...

Increased bench size in IT: Strength or liability?

For IT companies, bench was a showcase of strength and capability. The companies found it ideal to maintain a bench strength in anticipation of...

US to suspend issue of green cards, for 60 days

An executive order saying that no green cards will be issued for 60 days has been signed by the US president. This temporary suspension...

Accenture, Verizon and others launch a global platform to employ people

With the pandemic situation taking a toll on businesses, not only are companies laying off employees but they have stopped hiring as well. To...

FITE forms state-level tri-partite committee to address IT employees’ issues

The Forum for Information Technology Employees (FITE), Maharashtra recently met with Maharashtra Labour Minister Sambhaji Patil Nilangikar and other senior officials to discuss various...

USCIS proposes H-1B visa selection process reversal

The number of H-1B visas approved will begin to decrease if the policy change favouring advanced degree holders for visas in the US comes...

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...
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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...
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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...

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DGT to equip workforce in AI with ‘AI for All’ initiative

To ensure a future-ready workforce, the Directorate General of Training (DGT) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Future Right Skills Network...

Over 180 Air India staff laid off as they were unable to use VRS

Air India has let go of over 180 non-flying staff members in recent weeks. The impacted employees are those who failed to utilise the...

Remote workers at Dell may not see promotions: Report

Dell, a renowned laptop brand, has ignited controversy with its recent pronouncement concerning promotions for remote workers. The company informed its remote workforce that...

Karnataka hikes DA for second time in 5 months

In a move benefiting a large section of the state's workforce, the Karnataka government announced a significant hike in dearness allowance (DA) for employees...

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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....
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