While the advent of digital technology is gradually improving HR practice, it also presents greater challenges for organisations.
So, from digital skills to performance management, how can businesses keep up? More to the point, how can they maximise the opportunity technology and data affords?
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Premier Inn is currently the world’s strongest hotel chain, according to a new ranking by Brand Finance.
Based on the analysis of marketing investment, equity, and the impact of these on business performance, Premier Inn was given a BSI (Brand Strength Index) of 88.7 out of 100, beating rivals such as Holiday Inn and Hilton.
At Marketing Week Live last week I listened to panellists speak about the skills required for today’s modern marketer and their advice for career progression.
I recently attended the ISBA Annual Conference, where the theme of the day was ‘Future Inspiration: Impact Now’.
In other words, how brands are addressing current key challenges, as well as capitalising on opportunities in an evolving media landscape.
One of the most interesting afternoon talks was to do with how organisations are dealing with these challenges internally, specifically in terms of setting up marketing departments to deal with evolving consumer expectations.
Mark Evans is the Marketing Director for Direct Line Group.
Ahead of his headline session at Marketing Week Live this week, where he will be joining in on a discussion about the marketing team of the future, we caught up with him for a chat about the topic.
Many people like to bake or take photographs in their spare time, but according to new research, a growing number are considering turning their hobby into a full-time business.
A recent study by Wix found that 50% of Brits aged between 25 to 35 are planning to launch an online company in 2017.
According to the latest research from Econsultancy, predicted growth for digital agencies in the UK has reached an all-time low.
While it’s encouraging that only 15% of survey respondents expect business to remain flat in 2017, the proportion of agencies expecting their businesses to grow by 50% or more has more than halved in the last two years, from 24% in 2014 to 11% this year.
From a London-based startup to a business that now operates in 12 countries – Deliveroo has grown at a rapid rate in just two years.
In fact, still growing at around 20%-30% each month, it is showing no signs of slowing down either.
Earlier this week I had the pleasure of attending the IPA’s Effectiveness Week conference.
Among the speakers was Patrick Barwise, Emeritus Professor of Management and Marketing at the London Business School.
The competition for talent has intensified, while the digital skills gap is widening.
In the UK, the digital sector has created an incredible demand for (and limited supply of) skilled digital candidates.
What does it take to build a successful startup?
Alongside a simple proposition and a strong vision, the people you employ are a crucial factor in driving success.