Opinion

Australian companies may be significantly exposed to modern slavery practices in their operations and supply chains both at home and abroad.

This year was similar to 2020 in many ways as the pandemic continued, lockdowns were implemented, and businesses were forced to close or modify their behaviours.

Despite our increased reliance on the industry, the status of the gig worker remains in limbo.

With the rise of the sober curious movement and health consciousness in younger generations, many more individuals than we expect are trying to make a change to their relationship with alcohol.

If we want to be able to deal with future emergencies, current pandemics, and ongoing changes in climate, as well as trade wars (think China), we need a manufacturing sector that is flexible, innovative, efficient and bigger, writes Peter Strong.

After rolling the dice with international travel while the Omicron variant is on the prowl, I’m reconsidering my relationship with business trips.

Just as the world seems to be slowly recovering from the worst of COVID-19, business continuity and supply chains are emerging as major crisis risks.

You might get the impression that I think Rod Sims did a pretty good job. Well you’d be wrong — he has done an amazing job, writes Peter Strong.

Peloton's retort to Sex and the City was perfect as a popular culture comeback. But as a crisis management strategy? Well, it’s debatable.

Despite more women enrolled in construction and trade courses, there remains a significant gap between those graduating and those who land roles and remain in the industry.

Parental leave is currently the only one type of leave that, more often than not, does not attract superannuation.

Research found that when an MBA class has more women, women are more likely to enter senior management, but it makes no difference for men in that class.