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Pay Offer Accepted by Local Government Trade Unions
Pay Offer Accepted by Local Government Trade Unions3 November 2022 | Elle WenningtonAfter months of negotiations, local government trade unions have agreed to accept the latest pay offer from the Local Government Association (LGA) which will see hundreds of...
It’s Time To Ditch Quarterly and Annual Performance Reviews
It’s Time To Ditch Quarterly and Annual Performance Reviews14th February 2020 | Elle WenningtonFor managers that feel employee feedback is an inconvenient administrative burden, ditching quarterly or annual performance reviews cannot come soon enough. With many now...
You’re Losing Top Talent Due To A Lack Of Succession Planning
You’re Losing Top Talent Due To A Lack Of Succession Planning27th January 2020 | Elle WenningtonOrganisations are competing for top talent on an unprecedented scale. Yet the majority take a narrow approach to talent management and subsequently lose top talent which...
Off-the-Shelf HR Software v Customised Solutions: Customisation Is Not A Dirty Word
Off-the-Shelf HR Software v Customised Solutions: Customisation Is Not A Dirty Word16th January 2020 | Elle WenningtonWhen you buy an off-the-shelf (OTS) software package your model is restricted to the limitations of the vendor. It’s not unusual for HR...
Do SME’s Need Talent Management?
Do SME's Need Talent Management?16th September 2019 | Clinton WingroveThe question, “Do SME’s need Talent Management?” is often asked. Frankly, this typically demonstrates a lack of understanding of what Talent Management is and a lack of understanding of SME’s....
How Can Onboarding Transform Your New Starter Experience?
How Can Onboarding Transform Your New Starter Experience?1st April 2019 | Seb SperringAccepting a new job offer is a big step. Often prospective candidates invest hours in research and preparation, followed by a series of interviews, to even arrive at the offer...
The Art of Talent Management
The Art of Talent Management21st September 2018 | Seb SperringI can’t remember the last time I spoke with a ‘Personnel Manager’. Can you? Nowadays it’s far more common to be speaking to the HR Director, Chief People Officer or (my personal favourite) the Chief...
The Importance Of Onboarding
The Importance of Onboarding18th September 2018 | Seb SperringIt’s John’s first day at his new company. It’s been quite a journey so far! The conversation with the recruiter was 6 months ago. Then there was a phone interview with Brian, the hiring manager. A month...
Everyone Wants An ‘End-to-End’ HR Solution… Don’t They?
Everyone Wants An 'End-to-End' HR Solution... Don't They?5th September 2018 | Seb SperringThe benefits are fairly clear. To start with an integrated HCM system, that houses multiple applications (e.g. core HR, payroll, recruitment etc), should deliver a seamless...
Strategic HR Solutions
Strategic HR Solutions4th September 2018 | Seb SperringChanging core HR or payroll software can be a daunting task that often demands a huge investment of time and money. Sometimes, of course, it’s completely necessary to embark on such a project – sometimes,...
CIPD HR Software and Recruitment Show 2018
CIPD HR Software and Recruitment Show 201815th June 2018 | Elle WenningtonThank you to everyone who visited the stand at the CIPD HR Software and Recruitment show. The show was a great event for the Pilat team – it gave us a great opportunity to showcase our latest...