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The Knowledge Is Already in the Room
Jonathan Batchelor, CEO of What Caused This, explains why public-sector organisations need to turn individual problems into shared understanding, better decisions and lasting organisational learning. Public-sector organisations are not short of information. Incidents, complaints, audits, service failures, performance measures and improvement plans all generate records. Most organisations already have systems to capture that information, manage…
Read MoreMaking Digital Transformation Work For The NHS, With People At The Centre
Luigi Bertino, Product Marketing Manager at Canon UK & Ireland, explores why the NHS’s digital transformation must extend beyond individual systems and why information quality matters. Digital transformation in healthcare is about people. Technology can create new possibilities, but its real value is measured by what it enables healthcare professionals to do and, ultimately, how…
Read MoreIs HR Technology Helping Employees Thrive – Or Quietly Holding Them Back?
In today’s workplace, technology is often presented as the answer to almost every HR challenge. Faster processes, better data, smoother employee journeys – the promise is compelling. But as organisations invest in increasingly sophisticated HR systems, an important question remains: is technology strengthening employee wellbeing, or is it creating new pressures beneath the surface? Employee…
Read MoreProtecting HR and Payroll Data
Why cyber security and data protection must sit at the heart of HR and Payroll HR and Payroll systems hold some of the most sensitive information that an organisation can process. Names, addresses, bank details, salary records, NI numbers, right-to-work documents and health information all sit within these platforms. In the wrong hands, this data…
Read MoreBuilding Public Sector Finance Talent Through A Bespoke Accounting Apprenticeship
Rob Alder, Head of Apprenticeships and Relationships at ACCA, explains how public sector employers can use tailored accounting apprenticeships to attract, develop and retain the finance talent they need for the future. Public sector organisations are under increasing pressure to do more with less. At the same time as managing tighter budgets and growing demands…
Read MoreThe benefits of unifying HR and Payroll systems
With increasing financial pressures and rising employee expectations for a positive work-life balance, public sector organisations are facing increasing challenges in the workplace. Many are now looking at modern, integrated workforce management platforms to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and deliver better employee experiences. By unifying HR and payroll processes within a single solution, public sector…
Read MorePayroll Services: Safeguarding Business Continuity
Payroll is one of the most critical functions within any organisation, and one where accuracy, timeliness, and compliance are non-negotiable. Ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time underpins workforce trust, operational stability, and organisational reputation. Successful payroll delivery depends on a delicate balance of reliable technology, robust processes, and a skilled, well-trained team. Public…
Read MoreDesigning Capability For Scale Through Certification Programs
How A Fair Competition Process With Community Involvement Can Have A Lasting Impact
A design project is more than just the relationship between the client and architect; it involves the wider community, ensuring a legacy that will last for years to come. Learn how the final evaluation panel, which included the Grenfell Memorial Commission, the local community and government representatives, collaborated to honour the 72 people who lost…
Read MoreSchréder Becomes Sole Shareholder of Photinus
Schréder Becomes Sole Shareholder of Photinus, Strengthening its Position as a Global Leader in Connected Solar Lighting – 8th April 2026. Brussels – Schréder, the world leader in smart outdoor lighting solutions, announces the successful completion of the remaining 51% stake in Photinus, becoming the sole shareholder of the company. This milestone marks a new…
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