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Five ways technology can support staff during the cost-of-living crisis

In many businesses, technology can be crucial for improving processes, driving great efficiencies and building better collaboration and communication among employees. This is particularly important today as the effects of remote working are becoming more apparent – with employees reporting feeling more disconnected at work and experiencing communication issues.

As the UK moves into recession, the role of technology in supporting employees and businesses is going to become even greater. In this blog, we explore the latest research which shows how hybrid working during a cost-of-living crisis could lead to more complex and expensive challenges for staff and businesses, and how technology can provide a cost-effective solution.

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Mark Jorgensen

HR Industry Specialist

Employee recognition is quickly becoming a key pillar of the employee experience and can have a powerful impact when it comes to boosting morale, supporting wellbeing and ensuring your people feel valued.

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Damian Oldham

HCM Divisional Director

Most people will likely agree that it feels good to be appreciated. Whether this comes from our family, social circles, employers or even total strangers – we’re positively impacted when our accomplishments are recognised.

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Tim Needham

HR Industry Expert

Core values are the framework around which an organisation bases its behaviour, from workplace culture to customer interactions. A clearly defined set of values will help improve employee engagement, brand recognition and customer satisfaction, and support the bottom line.

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Tim Needham

HR Industry Expert

Creativity is a cornerstone of a growing organisation. A study by Adobe and Forrester Consulting found that 82% of companies believe there is a strong connection between creativity and business results. In fact, according to the study where creative thinking is encouraged, organisations outperform their rivals in revenue growth, market share and competitive leadership.

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The simple words “great job” can inspire anyone. However, the power of praise goes far beyond that in the world of work. It can drive engagement with the culture, aid retention, boost productivity, increase morale, and even help the organisation achieve its purpose.

Recognition, in its most basic but heartfelt manner, is powerful. It drives us to keep going. It gives us the warm feeling that powers the gears of what we do. We are witnessing this on a huge scale, every Thursday evening at 8pm. #ClapForOurCarers is proof that recognition feels good to give, and to receive. It’s an incredible motivator.

So it follows that if an employer isn’t harnessing the power of recognition, they could be missing a trick.

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