Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is a broad term for the various technologies that enable a modern business organisation to operate in the digital world. Equipment and technology that forms an ICT infrastructure can include computers, internet modems, screens, servers, cabling and other forms of digital communication technology. While being essential to many businesses, planning […]
The beginning of a new year is an excellent time to turn a new leaf in the workplace and give your company goals a clean slate. There’s something about the date January 1st that rejuvenates people and boosts morale. Riding on that momentum and capitalising on your team’s enthusiasm can help position you for a […]
Looking for your next great team-building exercise? Chances are you’re already well familiar with the benefits of such activities. Not only do they give employees a chance to get to know each other outside of the office, they’re also a great way to reduce stress and facilitate bonding between team members. Below are some unique […]
They say familiarity breeds contempt, and considering the average employee spends 40 hours a week in the workplace, it stands to reason that sometimes, tension can surface between colleagues. More than ever in today’s workplace, it’s essential to have etiquette rules in place that create healthy boundaries that allow work relationships to thrive. This will […]
Ask around the workplace, and most people will admit the word ‘meeting’ doesn’t typically inspire happy feelings. On the contrary, the majority of employees describe meetings as being time-wasters that last too long and takes them away from their to-do list for the day. But meetings still hold a level of importance in the workplace. […]
A workplace risk assessment is a safety audit which can help you to identify and remove hazards from your workplace before they cause serious injury. Workplace risk assessments can be done in three simple steps: identify the hazards, assess their risks, and then control them by either removing or reducing them. Conducting regular risk […]
Any business out there can experience a huge crisis at some point: a lack of customers, poor cash flow, or bad marketing. Whatever the case, dealing with the issue is a must. Luckily, there are many things you can do to minimise the effect the crisis has on your company and get past it as […]
The typical 9-5 work day can seem long sometimes, especially in the hours after lunch. Often times, productivity can take a nosedive in the latter half of the work day. Other times, employees may find it challenging to muster up the motivation to fire away on all cylinders so early in the morning. But without […]
Employees are the building blocks of your business. The stronger the team you’ve assembled, the more robust that business will be. If that team falters in any way, however, it can have consequences that impact the company as a whole. That’s why it’s so important to invest in your employees in every possible way, especially […]
No one ever said that managing a team would be easy, but what happens when you are responsible for various teams throughout every level of your organisation? It can be a real nightmare trying to achieve higher team performance if you don’t have management strategies in place. Although each department may have different goals, […]