News and Opinion for HR, Talent and Leaders
Screen and screen again! Why Re-Screening Your Workforce Can No Longer Be Overlooked’ Yet another example of the alleged failure of a vetting process made front page news recently and resulted in reputational damage for an institution such as the UK Police. Credibility and integrity loss are also by products of poor vetting or poor […]
At last month’s CIPD Festival of Work two very contrasting narratives dominated conversations on the festival floor: the first centered on the seemingly unstoppable rise of artificial intelligence and the impact it’s having on the HR industry, the other focused on the very real need for more human-to-human connection in our tech-dominated world. It can feel […]
Business leaders and HR professionals seeking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving employment landscape should tune into the latest episode of Matrix’s ‘Work in Progress’ podcast series. Titled “A New Work Order: Navigating the Future of Work,” this episode features an enlightening discussion on the dynamic shifts reshaping the workplace. Hosted by Matrix’s Chief Growth […]
A Seasoned Talent Expert from Adecco Group Joins Matrix to Drive Strategic Client Management and Innovation Matrix, a leading provider of workforce management solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Suzi Smith as Chief Strategic Officer. Smith joins Matrix from the Adecco Group, where she was the Vice President of Solutions and Alliance Partners, […]
Flexspring, an ADP Marketplace Platinum Partner, has been recognized as the Top International Partner at the 2024 ADP Marketplace Partner Summit. This win marks the second year in a row that Flexspring distinguishes itself by winning Top International Partner. Focusing on HR data integration, Flexspring provides custom-tailored and turnkey data connectors for ADP® and other […]
Companies should prioritize high-quality employee experiences because they directly impact productivity, retention, and overall organizational success. Positive experiences foster employee engagement, satisfaction, and loyalty, leading to improved performance and reduced turnover. Furthermore, having a supportive work environment encourages innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being, enhancing the company’s reputation and attractiveness to top talent. Here’s how companies […]
The Apprentice Star, Tim Campbell, YourGamePlan and Matrix today launch National Interview Week with partners across UK Industry National Interview Week (NIW) launches this week, a pioneering education and early career initiative that’s seen many of the UK’s biggest organisations pledge volunteer time to support the programme. In its inaugural year NIW has been created […]
Let’s face it, being a boss gets harder and harder with every passing year. The world, the workplace, and the roles keep changing, and just when you think you’ve figured it out, another change, challenge, or requirement comes your way. Add it all up, and being a boss is more difficult than ever! So how […]
2024 is in full swing and it’s worth taking a moment to consider the themes shaping companies’ decision-making. It’s probably also prudent to think about what needs updating in our employee handbooks. Here are some high-level observations on the trends we are observing in workplaces and making their way into employee handbooks. Trend 1: Adapting […]
Employers neglecting checks on the legal employability of their staff under UK law may be under fire warns Susie Thomson of Matrix Security Watchdog. The UK Government’s recent five-point plan to regulate immigration involves a substantial increase in penalties for companies employing illegal immigrant workers. Last year, violating this rule would cost an employer up […]