team_wonder, Author at Futures

Paving the way to future leadership: How can companies learn from COVID-19?

April 3rd, 2020

It can take a global crisis to reveal gaps within organisations across sectors and it is becoming clear that both the pace and the extent of change set throughout the Coronavirus pandemic will pave the way for the next ‘normal’. The question on the mind of many leaders is, what will normal look like once this passes? And do we have the right people in place to guide throughout a period of uncertainty in order to drive this change?

The best video conferencing tools to stay connected

March 30th, 2020

As millions of us adjust to working from home, it’s important to use the right platform to stay connected. In fact, virtual meetings and remote learning has never been as widely used as a resource within the UK as it is in today’s current climate.

Call to UK Manufacturers: government specifications published outlining manufacturing standards for ventilation systems

March 26th, 2020

In rapid response to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the government has published specifications on the minimum clinical acceptance of ventilator standards to be used in hospitals throughout the UK.

How to stay productive whilst working from home

March 25th, 2020

Current uncertain circumstances with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic have affected businesses of all sizes in all sectors across the globe and no doubt will be making history for changing the way that companies work for good. Corporate giants including Google, Amazon and Apple are all working remotely and here at Futures we’ve set up all of our consultants and team to work from home so that we can maintain business as usual (or as close to this as possible).

Here’s how to ensure you maximise productivity whilst working from home in what might feel like an unsettling time.

Bill amendment proposed for self-employed workers and freelancers

March 24th, 2020

Today we’ve finally seen a proposed amendment to the Government’s emergency coronavirus bill to support self-employed workers and freelancers.

COVID-19: Workplace guidance in uncertain times

March 20th, 2020

With rapid developments to the COVID-19 pandemic and more and more cases of the virus emerging worldwide every day, Coronavirus is the topic at the forefront of everyone’s mind. It is having a noticeable impact on everyday life for businesses of all sizes and employees across the globe and not to mention the impact it is having on mental wellbeing.

We want to guide employers and employees to the most useful and reliable sources for COVID-19 advice and provide support for employees to look after their mental health in uncertain times.

COVID-19 Private Sector Relief: IR35 Postponed for 12 months

March 18th, 2020

Following a government announcement last night IR35 off-payroll reforms have been postponed in the private sector until April 2021 in response to the outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic. This is welcome news for many contractors and businesses that rely on the flexibility and experience of skilled contractors.

COVID-19 News: Procurement Policy Note Released

March 18th, 2020

A critical and timely Procurement Policy Note (PPN) update has been released by the Government that will enable contracting authorities to direct award in order to procure goods, services and works with extreme urgency.

COVID-19: Futures Statement

March 17th, 2020

In light of current uncertain circumstances and rapid developments regarding COVID-19 we are ensuring that we are up-to-date and following the latest guidance from the UK government and the World Health Organization. The wellbeing of our colleagues, clients and contractors is of upmost importance to us.

Tackling gender bias in the workplace

March 9th, 2020

Sunday 8^th March 2020 marked International Women’s Day – a day where across the globe, the achievements of women are celebrated and we are reminded of the worldwide discrimination issues that women face. Recent studies reveal that it will take us 95 years to reach global gender equality: a sobering thought.

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