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If firms want people to ‘return to office’, they should offer a better experience

Workplace Insight

The report also offers practical guidance for a broad range of stakeholders—employers, investors, architects, designers, and property managers—featuring strategies, best practices, and case studies from organisations such as Legal & General and the Government Property Agency.

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Emotion tracking tech in the workplace puts people’s wellbeing at risk

Workplace Insight

The IFOW report highlights a range of AAM workplace technologies, including EEG devices that measure cognitive load, video systems equipped with emotion-detection AI, and wearable gadgets that track stress, fatigue, and attention levels. The report argues that policymakers have a critical role to play in shaping this future.

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Talking politics at work – why it’s a bad idea and how to prevent it

Insperity

When employers are – and aren’t – legally allowed to limit political discussions in the workplace. The First Amendment: Only protects each of us against government retribution for speaking our mind Doesn’t say anything about what private employers can regulate on the job. Establish a policy about political speech and activity at work.

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COVID-19 pandemic: How to prepare your business

Insperity

Because public health conditions can change rapidly, it’s critical for employers to know: How to help protect employees and customers How to continue business operations during a pandemic How to rely on official sources to stay informed How to manage and mitigate organizational risks How to navigate potential legal issues that may arise.

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Should you allow employees to discuss politics at work?

Insperity

It may surprise you to learn that our country’s First Amendment right to free speech is protected in public companies and government agencies, but not in most private companies. That’s protected speech since pay relates to your terms and conditions of employment and is legally allowed, no matter how uncomfortable it makes management.

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Artificial intelligence (AI) at work: What you need to know

Insperity

Legal exposure When writing company policy or creating any documentation with legal ramifications, it’s important to ensure that all information obtained from an AI tool is accurate and up to date – otherwise, it could expose your company to liability. (The well-known phrase “garbage in, garbage out” comes to mind.)

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5 essential updates to keep your employee handbook current

Insperity

For example, you might set a policy that says employees should only use social media for work-related activities on work time or while using company-provided equipment. Make sure your policy fits your culture and how you want employees to use your equipment. Has marijuana been legalized in areas where your business operates?

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