From AI to productivity: Why 2024 will belong to people-focused businesses
In 2024, businesses will find themselves compelled to prioritise the wellbeing and satisfaction of their employees. Here's why.
Delivering the bigger picture makes employees three times more engaged
If you want to drive productivity in your organisation, prioritise these two activities every week.
Australians working record number of hours to ‘stand still’
The Reserve Bank of Australia has been warning about slow productivity growth in the context of returning inflation to target in a timely matter.
The part of the productivity debate that continues to be ignored
In economists' zealous enthusiasm to unveil how increases in productivity will drive exponential profits and growth, one key part of the narrative is missing.
Seven tried and tested productivity hacks to wring value from every day
If you’re keen to really trim the fat from your day, Tristan Sternson recommends you try these seven tried and tested productivity hacks.
AI technologies could boost Australian productivity, add $115 billion to the economy
The research, prepared by Accenture, found 70% of the economic value would come from an uplift in productivity across existing industries.
Decision dilemma: When information overload hampers your business’ productivity
A staggering 91% of business leaders report that the growing number of information sources has limited the success of their organisations.
Businesses are less dynamic. But that’s not the only reason for Australia’s low productivity
Since 2005, Australia's annual labour productivity growth has been the best part of one percentage point below its long-term average.
HR expert says businesses should encourage Anzac Day-style four-day weekends when dates align
Anzac Day falls on a Tuesday this year and, as always, the mid-week public holiday means an extra-long weekend for many Australians.
Small businesses can drive up Australian productivity. But they need support
The prosperity of future generations of Australians is at risk as our economy faces a persistent decline in productivity growth.
How to do something about the 12 million days a year Aussie workplaces lose to poor mental health
Untreated mental health conditions cost Australian workplaces $10.9 billion per year — $4.7 billion in absenteeism, $6.1 billion in presenteeism and $146 million in compensation claims.
The three pillars of an efficient business
Efficiency is as important as talent or hard work when it comes to business success. In this new economy, the most effective way to increase efficiency is to lean on digital technologies that simplify workflows, create better customer experiences and allow for rapid growth.