Tag: employee benefits

Technology and costs transform the landscape of business travel

According to the latest report from the International Workplace Group (IWG), the nature of business travel has undergone a permanent shift, driven by advancements in technology and changing global dynamics. The study reveals that routine meetings between international teams are now...

Hybrid work becomes the norm for over a quarter of UK employees

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), over a quarter (27%) of UK employees adopted a hybrid work model this autumn. While the popularity of fully remote work has declined since the pandemic, hybrid work has firmly established itself...

95% of marketers set to boost AI investments in 2024

The latest Invoca report highlights the growing influence of AI across marketing sectors, with 95% of marketers planning to boost AI investments in the coming year. Based on a survey of 600 marketing professionals across the U.S. and U.K., this...

Cisco enhances employee collaboration with new AI-driven solutions

Cisco has unveiled new AI-driven tools aimed at transforming employee experiences and streamlining more intelligent and connected workplaces. With innovations like Cisco Spatial Meetings, the Ceiling Microphone Pro, and expanded Webex AI Assistant capabilities, Cisco aims to make collaboration easier...

Seasonal hiring declines while jobseeker interest peaks

As we approach the festive season, the outlook for seasonal hiring in 2024 is not as bright as many had hoped, despite a surge in job seeker interest. According to data from Indeed, there has been a 12% decline in...

Young UK workers optimistic about 2025, but workplace pressure and AI gaps remain

A new report on 2025 employee experience trends from Qualtrics reveals that UK workers under 25 feel optimistic about their careers and their organizations’ futures. The findings suggest that young employees will remain engaged and optimistic in the new year. “Over...

Nearly half of graduates reject full-time office jobs

According to a recent study by the International Workplace Group, almost half (49%) of university graduates would not apply for jobs that require a full five-day office presence. The survey showed a preference for flexible work arrangements, with an additional...

Happy contact centre agents lead to happier customers

A recent study by Intradiem has revealed that 97% of contact centre leaders believe agent tenure directly impacts customer satisfaction (CSAT), with 46% reporting that longer-tenured agents tend to achieve higher CSAT scores. The study highlights the critical role of...

Half of employers overlook tailored benefits for gender and age groups

A survey by Towergate Health & Protection showed that although 76% of employers receive requests for more tailored benefits, nearly half (44%) still offer the same perks to all employees, regardless of age, lifestyle, or risk factors. In addition, 40%...

Efficiency through Contact Centre Basics

In order to run a successful contact centre, operational efficiency needs to be continuously upheld. There are different components to contact centre efficiency, including how your staff interact with customers; how streamlined procedures are; and whether operations are running in...