A major challenge for HR in responding to the death of an employee is that what's appropriate can change dramatically from one situation to the next, warns a consultant with first-hand experience.
An employee who was sacked for storing more than 1,200 p-rnographic and inappropriate emails in her work account was unfairly dismissed, a commission has ruled.
Only half of Asia-Pac organisations are using candidate assessments effectively, and many are still not measuring candidates on the skills now considered critical to business success, according to a talent management specialist.
Employee engagement and recruitment are the two main areas where organisations can expect technology and new ideas to significantly improve their employment practices and outcomes this year, a specialist says.
In this HR Daily Premium webinar, a lawyer will discuss the types of misconduct that can justify summary dismissal, why employees can never be dismissed "on the spot", and more. Premium members should click through to request a complimentary pass. Upgrade here for access if you're not already a Premium member.
Employers "that do want to do the right thing" are facing unfair competition due to the "proliferation" of organisations using sham contracting to avoid their Fair Work Act obligations, a Senate inquiry has heard.
Westpac has achieved a massive shift in its people leaders' attitudes to flexible work by having them start from a place of 'yes' when asked about flexible arrangements, an HR leader says.
An employer has proven it has enough ground to suspect a manager's confidentiality breach that it should be allowed access to his USB devices. Meanwhile, studies suggest employers aren't investing enough in information security training and workplace culture development; three new commissioners have been appointed; and more.
General protections claims are the fastest-growing category of applications in the Fair Work Commission, with reforms now underway to stem the tide. This webinar will discuss important developments in both procedural issues and case law.
