Why choose specialised HR software over an all-in-one? Why choose specialised HR software over an all-in-one?
Selecting new HR software can be an overwhelming task, particularly when you aim to address current workforce challenges while ensuring your people and culture strategy remains future-proof. The decision to invest in new software not only impacts your financials but also significantly influences HR operations, managerial practices, and the overall employee experience. When confronted with […]
4 mins read | Guides
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Guides
Whitepaper: what caused the death of ‘all-in-one’ HR solutions
We’ve all typed “HR software” into a Google search and immediately become overwhelmed with all the options. What ensues is a long process of trying to figure out what solution will be a best fit for your needs. For the last 20 years, the ‘all in one’ solutions have dominated the market. The ‘all-in-one’ options […]
3 mins read | 14/07/2022
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HR Insights
Major workplace law changes: Prohibiting sexual harassment
As we indicated in the recent workplace law change summary article, the newly introduced provision in the fair work act provides for broader protection against sexual harassment for all workers including potential candidates. So what’s changed? New laws prohibiting sexual harassment Recent changes now mean that a person (the first person) must not in connection […]
3 mins read | 14/11/2023
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Major workplace law changes in Australia 2023
Both the Fair Work Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 and the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Act 2022 are now law, and will no doubt impact all employers and employees in Australia in some way. As the sun sets on 2023 and we count down to the new year, […]
4 mins read | 14/11/2023
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What is WGEA reporting in Australia
With increased social pressure to prioritise gender equality in the workplace, several legislative changes have recently been enacted to remove the 13.3 per cent gender pay gap within the Australian workforce. The gender pay gap demonstrates that gender inequality remains a persistent and complex issue in Australian society, despite record-high women’s workplace participation. We first saw legislation […]
2 mins read | 02/11/2023
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The latest rules for fixed term employment contracts in Australia
The new rules on the use of fixed term employment contracts in Australia will start on 6 December 2023. The changes are designed to prevent fixed term contracts from being used for more than two years and to limit the use of rolling fixed term contracts to one renewal. We appreciate the original authors of […]
4 mins read | 13/10/2023
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Changes to enterprise agreements in Australia 2023
Both the Fair Work Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 and the Anti-Discrimination and Human Rights Legislation Amendment (Respect at Work) Act 2022 are now law, and will no doubt impact many large employers and employees in Australia in some way. As the sun sets on 2023 and we count down to the new […]
4 mins read | 20/09/2023
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HR Insights
Why is a leave calendar and leave overlap visibility for leave approval beneficial?
HR managers are typically responsible for implementing a leave policy into the business. This is a near impossible task unless you and your employees have the proper information available to implement this policy. A leave calendar and overlap visibility for leave approval provide a centralised system that streamlines the leave management process, minimises conflicts, and […]
2 mins read | 16/09/2023
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Australia’s pay gap leaves woman earning 87 cents to the ‘dollar’
On August 25, 2023, the spotlight was on Equal Pay Day, an important occasion shedding light on the persistent gap between men’s and women’s average weekly full-time earnings. Here, let’s uncover some eye-opening facts: Although strides have been made in narrowing the gender pay gap, the WGEA has emphasized the disproportional impact this gap has […]
4 mins read | 08/09/2023
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Best Slack Communities for HR and People Ops Professionals
Whether you’re an integral part of your organisation’s HR department, collaborate closely with the People Operations team, or specialise in employee relations, a multitude of Slack communities cater to your distinct interests. Being an HR professional requires us to be at the forefront of current themes and technologies, and this involves a continuous journey of […]
4 mins read | 29/08/2023
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Why HR teams love a single organisation wide view of time-off
HR teams are responsible for seamlessly integrating leave management policies and systems into a business, but often they don’t have sufficient levels of access to the software that executes leave – payroll! This causes a problem – how can an HR team nail leave management if the software handling it isn’t in their control? Well, […]
2 mins read | 17/08/2023
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Controlling the Chaos: the importance of organising your HR paperwork
From employment contracts and emergency contact forms to training records and licences, HR departments are responsible for safeguarding and organising a wide array of critical HR documents. In this article, we will delve into the significance of organising HR paperwork and explore the benefits it offers to HR managers. Benefits of organising your HR paperwork […]
2 mins read | 25/07/2023
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Product Announcements
Track and manage expiration dates on all HR paperwork
Worknice has just launched new features to maintain a system for tracking and managing document expiration dates, such as employee certifications, permits, or licences. This is yet another really useful update that will help Worknice customers control the paperwork chaos and ensure compliance across the organisation. Efficient record-keeping of employee paperwork seems like it should […]
3 mins read | 01/07/2023
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Structured HR data and the 4 benefits it enables
In the fast-paced world of human resources (HR), managing and analysing vast amounts of employee data can be a daunting task. However, with the emergence of new tools and technologies like Worknice, HR professionals can now harness the power of structured data to unlock valuable insights and streamline their operations. In this blog post, we […]
2 mins read | 19/06/2023
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