AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorkplace Wellbeing Beyond the Office: Eurofound and ACEGE research flags a “hidden problem” in Europe: even when employees report decent workplace conditions, housing insecurity and financial strain are driving wellbeing gaps. HR Tech Recognition: Prasarana won HR Tech Organisation of the Year for its PALMS learning platform, used across 13,000 employees, while an L&D staffer took an early tech HR award. AI Skills Gap: OpenAI says AI still can’t reliably handle jobs needing emotional intelligence, negotiation, and real-world physical problem-solving—while IBM research finds employers and educators disagree on whether students are ready for AI-enabled work. Hiring, Pay, and Retention Pressure: A private-practice HR report links higher 2026 turnover to staffing shortages, and a separate case highlights managers blocking internal promotion/transfer plans. Employment Policy Watch: Maryland voters will decide whether state budgets must fund collective bargaining agreements, including terms set after arbitration. Fair Hiring Accountability: Hanwha Aerospace apologized after mid-career hiring guidelines were criticized for limiting applicants by age and education, promising safeguards. People Ops in Action: Novotel Kolkata appointed a new people & culture manager to drive engagement, learning, and talent pathways.
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