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People are worried about the impact of new tech, but many feel confident it will benefit them

Workplace Insight

With over a third (36 percent) of workers concerned about the impact of technological changes and what this might mean for them, a new report from Virgin Media O2 Business claims that many people believe new tech will offer them a better work-life balance.

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The fastest growing job occupation in the US isn’t what you think it is

Workplace Insight

Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Employment Projections, the healthcare and social assistance sector, driven less by technological changes and more by demographic shifts, will see the biggest increase in employment in the next decade. According to the U.S. by 2032.

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Why more middle class Americans are defining themselves as working class

Work Life

families who are unable to afford the basics of housing, child care, food, transportation, health care and technology. a retail salesperson, increased 2.8% a retail salesperson, increased 2.8% Bureau of Labor Statistics, for example: Rent is up 6.1% Car insurance is up 20.6% Outpatient medical services are up 8.3%

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The dockworkers’ strike is suspended, but automation remains a sticking point for unions

Work Life

The two sides had reached a stalemate over pay, but also the union wanted a guarantee that technology would not be used to replace them. But now, as advancements in technologies like generative AI , machine learning, and robotics accelerate, experts say we are witnessing a make-or-break moment for workers.

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How to navigate the seismic shifts in workplace rules and roles in 2024

Work Life

A physical, digital, and human workplace that enables the organization to enhance their customer experience usually revolves around deploying technology that gives front-line employees options, flexibility, and the power to choose where and how they want to work. Employers are split when it comes to hybrid work. Many

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Ultrafabrics celebrates 25th anniversary with new and improved bio-based Volar Bio collection

Workplace Insight

The natural-feeling surface of Volar Bio, crafted in Japan, means it can be used to upholster anything from residential furniture to commercial-based surfaces in offices, hospitality, retail or healthcare. All Ultrafabrics products can withstand serious, frequent cleaning to C.D.C And we can scale to meet the needs of a global audience.

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Everything You Need to Know About B Corps and How They Can Drive Positive Change Globally

Success

Since its inception, the B Corp movement has grown exponentially, with more than 8,900 certified businesses in more than 101 countries, spanning 162 industries from retail and manufacturing to finance and technology. Community tackles supply chain—from raw materials to partner companies along the production process.