Gen AI’s Next Inflection Point: From Employee Experimentation to Organisational Transformation | McKinsey & Company (2025)
Organisations are at a critical juncture in their generative AI journey—moving from scattered experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation. McKinsey advises a strategic approach for scaling generative AI via governance, process redesign, technical integration, and capability building, unlocking significant productivity gains while effectively managing implementation risks.
How to Embed Purpose at Every Level | MIT Sloan Management Review (2025)
The "House of Transformational Sustainability" framework offers organisations a systematic approach to embedding purpose beyond aspirational statements. This model aligns corporate architecture—from foundational values to everyday operations—with societal purpose, engaging employees at all levels in meaningful transformation rather than limiting purpose to senior leadership alone.
Design Work to Prevent Burnout | MIT Sloan Management Review (2024)
The SMART Work Design model offers a practical framework for combating workplace burnout through five key dimensions: Stimulating work, Mastery, Autonomy, Relational work, and Tolerable demands. Rather than applying quick fixes to stressed employees, this evidence-based approach tackles the root causes of disengagement by redesigning jobs to enhance well-being and performance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lighthouses 2025 | World Economic Forum (2025)
The World Economic Forum's third annual report showcases eight corporate initiatives that deliver significant, quantifiable impact for underrepresented groups, demonstrating how addressing root causes with leadership commitment and data-driven strategies leads to transformative change across industries and geographies.
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Gen AI’s Next Inflection Point: From Employee Experimentation to Organisational Transformation | McKinsey & Company (2025)
Organisations are at a critical juncture in their generative AI journey—moving from scattered experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation. McKinsey advises a strategic approach for scaling generative AI via governance, process redesign, technical integration, and capability building, unlocking significant productivity gains while effectively managing implementation risks.
How to Embed Purpose at Every Level | MIT Sloan Management Review (2025)
The "House of Transformational Sustainability" framework offers organisations a systematic approach to embedding purpose beyond aspirational statements. This model aligns corporate architecture—from foundational values to everyday operations—with societal purpose, engaging employees at all levels in meaningful transformation rather than limiting purpose to senior leadership alone.
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Gen AI’s Next Inflection Point: From Employee Experimentation to Organisational Transformation | McKinsey & Company (2025)
Organisations are at a critical juncture in their generative AI journey—moving from scattered experimentation to enterprise-wide transformation. McKinsey advises a strategic approach for scaling generative AI via governance, process redesign, technical integration, and capability building, unlocking significant productivity gains while effectively managing implementation risks.
How to Embed Purpose at Every Level | MIT Sloan Management Review (2025)
The "House of Transformational Sustainability" framework offers organisations a systematic approach to embedding purpose beyond aspirational statements. This model aligns corporate architecture—from foundational values to everyday operations—with societal purpose, engaging employees at all levels in meaningful transformation rather than limiting purpose to senior leadership alone.
Design Work to Prevent Burnout | MIT Sloan Management Review (2024)
The SMART Work Design model offers a practical framework for combating workplace burnout through five key dimensions: Stimulating work, Mastery, Autonomy, Relational work, and Tolerable demands. Rather than applying quick fixes to stressed employees, this evidence-based approach tackles the root causes of disengagement by redesigning jobs to enhance well-being and performance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lighthouses 2025 | World Economic Forum (2025)
The World Economic Forum's third annual report showcases eight corporate initiatives that deliver significant, quantifiable impact for underrepresented groups, demonstrating how addressing root causes with leadership commitment and data-driven strategies leads to transformative change across industries and geographies.
Gen AI’s Next Inflection Point: From Employee Experimentation to Organisational Transformation | McKinsey & Company (2024)
This report outlines the critical shift businesses must make to capture the full value of generative AI (gen AI). Beyond employee-led experimentation, organisations are urged to integrate gen AI into core operations, transforming business models and fostering sustainable growth.
Spotlight Feature | HR Trends & Priorities 2025: A Strategic Outlook
As we enter 2025, Human Resources is undergoing a profound evolution driven by cutting-edge technology, changing workforce expectations, and emerging business demands. This report explores the key trends and strategic priorities set to redefine HR this year, drawing on insights from prominent industry leaders, including AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and the World HR Summit.
Spotlight Feature | 2025 HR Trend #5 | Health, Well-Being & Resilience
Discover how health, well-being, and resilience are shaping HR strategies in 2025. This article examines the growing emphasis on psychological safety, burnout prevention, and holistic employee support systems to drive engagement and performance. This article curates insights from six reports on 2025 HR trends and priorities, including AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and World HR Summit.
Spotlight Feature | 2025 HR Trend #4 | Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Discover why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are cornerstones of organisational success in 2025. This article explores challenges like representation gaps and limited DEI metrics alongside opportunities such as AI-powered hiring, inclusive leadership, and robust analytics. It curates insights from six reports on 2025 HR trends and priorities, including AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and the World HR Summit.
Spotlight Feature | 2025 HR Trend #3 | HR as a Value Driver
Discover how HR is transforming into a strategic value driver in 2025. This article examines the evolution of HR from operational support to a business-critical partner, exploring challenges like underutilised potential and limited metrics and opportunities like predictive analytics and employee experience. It curates insights from six reports on 2025 HR trends and priorities, including AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and World HR Summit.
Spotlight Feature | 2025 HR Trend #2 | Workforce Agility through Skills
Workforce agility is essential to thrive in 2025. This article helps organizations close skills gaps, foster adaptability, and empower employees with solutions like AI-driven learning platforms and internal talent marketplaces. Insights are drawn from six reports focusing on 2025 HR trends and priorities (AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and World HR Summit).
Spotlight Feature | 2025 HR Trend #1 | AI in HR
Discover how AI will transform HR in 2025, shifting from simple adoption to strategic adaptation. This article explores how AI tools, ethical frameworks, and skills-based platforms streamline processes and address challenges like workforce technostress. It curates insights from six reports on 2025 HR trends and priorities, including AIHR, Gartner, I4CP, Korn Ferry, McLean & Company, and the World HR Summit.