Last week a global study on workplace flexibility and performance by the Economist Intelligence Unit was released in Australia. The study examined data from 51 countries and was commissioned jointly by AHRI in Australia and SHRM in the US.  AHRI members have access to the EIU research tool. Read more

AHRI, in partnership with Deloitte and Voice Project, invite you to complete a survey on how your organisation uses, or chooses not to use, social media.  Complete the survey and go into the draw to win a $300 accommodation voucher. Read more

Despite having a rather geeky image, online games can be applied to a wide range of HR functions and processes. Online games are the world’s third biggest internet activity, behind searches and social networking. Read more

Sasha asks: Working from home – ideas and experiences wanted to help implement policy. See the comments and join the conversation Read more

This article examines the professional identity and role of human resource managers in fostering and implementing strategies that encourage high workplace performance. Workplace performance affects Australian competitiveness and this is the first detailed empirical analysis of Australian HR managers that combines case studies and survey methods. Read more

Are you out and about at restaurants, shops and leisure attractions? Significant discounts and two-for-one offers are available in the entertainment book. It’s great value at a one-off price of $65 (including postage). Purchase one or buy in bulk for your employees. Read more

Learning Seat, a division of News Limited, is a leading online training and compliance management company that provides learning solutions and fully customised courses. AHRI members receive three months unlimited free access to any compliance courses on an existing LMS. Read more