Today's rapidly evolving business landscape requires businesses to optimise operations to drive performance. Payroll and Human Resources (HR) are often overlooked aspects of business success. This article focuses on payroll data for HR and how it fuels business growth and success, transforming transactional processes into strategic initiatives.
- Topic:
- Human Resources
As of 1 July 2024, several changes have been made to Superannuation payments that impact employees and business owners. Learn about the changes in this article and ensure your business is compliant for the new financial year.
- Topic:
- Payroll
Warehouse picking and packing are key processes used to fulfill customer’s orders, each one impacting the time an order spends in a warehouse.
Researchers and warehouse operators have been working on improving order picking for a long time, because it not only accounts for about 55% of warehouse operating costs, but it can also have a significant and direct impact on customer satisfaction.
With customers’ expectations of fast delivery time increasing, 3PLs and warehouse operators in Australia need to be constantly evolving their pick and pack processes to ensure they are keeping up with the competition.
- Topic:
- ERP
The boundary between professional and personal life is becoming increasingly blurred in the increasingly digital and connected world.
The accounting profession often struggles with demanding workloads, tight deadlines, and complex financial regulations, and this challenge is particularly acute.
- Topic:
- Accountants
For many businesses, the act of capturing, tracking, and fulfilling orders across two or more sales channels is tricky. To make matters worse, 55% of retailers are still using manual processes at some point in their logistics process, leading to order inaccuracies and confusion.
As a result, modern businesses are looking to ecommerce automation to get ahead of the competition - but what exactly is ecommerce automation, and is it essential for businesses looking to scale their operations?
- Topic:
- ERP
The rise of remote work has significantly changed how we approach work-life balance. Establishing boundaries and prioritising self-care has become increasingly important due to prioritising professional and personal spaces. This trend has gained momentum in Australia, and employers and employees recognise the importance of fostering a healthy work-life balance.
Remote or hybrid working offers many benefits, such as increased flexibility and reduced commute times. However, it also presents challenges in maintaining a clear separation between work and personal life. Without the physical boundaries of an office, working longer hours or responding to emails and messages outside of work hours can be tempting. Burnout decreases productivity and strains relationships, which can result from constant accessibility.
- Topic:
- Human Resources
Federal Treasurer Dr Jim Chalmers handed down the Australian Federal Budget 2024 on 14th May 2024.
The Albanese government hopes everyone will consider themselves winners with the 2024 budget by saving $300 on energy bills. The biggest cost-of-living relief in the budget comes from changes to stage-three tax cuts, a $359bn 10-year package announced by Labor in January and passed with opposition support in February.
- Topic:
- Payroll
What does the Federal Budget 2024 mean for the accounting industry, including accounting practices and their clients?
Our expert commentary of the Australian Federal Budget looks at the newly announced measures, key takeaways that should be focal points for accounting professionals, and how practices can support their business clients looking for advice on navigating these changes.
- Topic:
- Accountants
In today's workplace, the focus on employee well-being has intensified. Companies increasingly recognise that their employees' health and happiness are not just moral obligations but are also crucial to business success. As the emphasis on this aspect grows, so does the role of workforce management software in supporting employee well-being initiatives. The technology is no longer just about scheduling and payroll; it has evolved into a vital tool for promoting health and wellness in the workplace.
- Topic:
- Human Resources
What should finance leaders expect in 2024? Explore the benefits of remote work in finance, common mistakes CFOs must avoid, and best practices for staying connected this year — from cloud-based accounting software to collaborative tools and training opportunities.
In 2019, remote working was often seen as a curiosity that couldn't be implemented within most organisations. The following year, that all changed.
So much so that, within a few weeks, businesses were forced to develop ways of working that allowed people to stay remote.
- Topic:
- Finance
