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Talent Informed Space: SWP as the engine for Forecasts, Allocation and Flex.
Most organisations have already invested heavily in workplace strategy; hybrid policies, portfolio optimisation, IWMS, and utilisation analytics. What’s changed is the precision and cadence with which people plans can flow into space and services. Strategic workforce planning (SWP) tools (e.g., Anaplan, Workday Adaptive Planning, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle EPM, Visier, Orgvue) are evolving their offering to include workplace…
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Navigating Geopolitical Risks in M&A Strategies
In an increasingly volatile landscape, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) have become far more than financial transactions—they are complex operational undertakings shaped by geopolitics, technology, and organizational transformation. The rising threat of a global trade war is forcing companies to rethink how, where, and when they pursue deals. With the potential for tariffs, sanctions, and retaliatory…
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Harnessing AI for Sustainability in Facilities and Portfolio Management
As organizations strive to meet escalating sustainability targets, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a pivotal tool in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact. In the realms of Facilities Management (FM) and portfolio management, AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing traditional practices, leading to smarter, greener operations. Smart Buildings and Optimized Operations AI-powered Building Management Systems…
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The Rise of the Remote Work Divide: How Organizations Can Respond
Recent research has highlighted a growing disparity in remote work opportunities, with highly paid professionals increasingly securing fully remote roles while the majority of employees face strict return-to-office (RTO) mandates. This shift, detailed in a Korn Ferry study, reveals that remote postings for workers earning over $250,000 have jumped by 15% in the last quarter,…
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The Critical Role of Leadership Commitment in Successful Change Management
Change management is often heralded as the backbone of successful organisational transformation. Yet, despite all the workshops, frameworks, and strategy documents, many change initiatives falter. Why? Because true success hinges on one crucial factor: leadership commitment. Specifically, the commitment of the C-suite. Let’s be clear—leadership commitment is more than signing off on a budget or…
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Will a Skills-Powered Organization Drive Operational Performance—and Does It Translate to Bottom-Line Improvement?
The concept of a skills-powered organization continues to gain momentum as companies seek to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions. Skilled employees are associated with higher productivity, improved innovation, and more effective change management. The question remains, however, whether significant investments in upskilling correlate with measurable operational gains and profitability. On the surface, this correlation…
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