Recent Layoffs Rock Freight and Logistics Sector Across California, Illinois, and Michigan
The freight and logistics sector continues to face mass layoffs, with recent announcements in California, Illinois, and Michigan.
Decline in Formal Education Requirements Reflects Changing Employer Attitudes
New research from Indeed reveals a significant shift in job postings, indicating a decline in the requirement for formal education qualifications.
Survey Reveals Organizations Implementing Office Etiquette Training to Foster Professional Workplace Culture
According to a survey by ResumeBuilder.com, organizations are responding to changing work environments and declining interpersonal skills by implementing training programs to create a more professional and respectful office culture.
June Services Economy Shows Growth, Marking Sixth Consecutive Month of Expansion
The latest ISM Report on Business reveals that the services economy experienced growth in June, marking the sixth consecutive month of expansion.
Understanding the Expectations of Today's Job Seekers
A recent survey conducted by Hireology highlights the changing expectations of job seekers in the post-pandemic era.
Allegations of Dozens of Abuses Surface in Critical Minerals Supply Chain
A report released by the Business and Human Rights Resource Center sheds light on numerous labor and environmental abuses allegedly committed by Chinese-invested companies involved in mining and processing minerals used in renewable energy.
Health Hazards and Physical Risks to Consider of Remote Work
The rise of remote work has brought about physical health risks for workers.
What is driving the desire among Americans to seek part-time employment?
As the pandemic recedes, more Americans are gravitating towards part-time and freelance work, seeking flexibility in the job market where workers still have the upper hand.
Labor Challenges and Retention Strategies in Logistics
The current job market poses difficulties in finding and retaining skilled labor, despite the overall hiring spree in various industries.
Harnessing Performance Cues for Enhanced Employee Productivity
A survey conducted by Gartner reveals that only 41% of employees are currently performing optimally and are confident in sustaining their best work over the next year.
California Bill Requires Human Operators for Self-Driving Trucks
California lawmakers have voted in favor of Assembly Bill 316, which would require trained individuals to be present in autonomous semi trucks and big rigs.
Addressing the labor challenge in logistics is a significant undertaking
The return to office work amid the pandemic has led to increased job turnover in the logistics industry, including supply chain roles that already face high-stress levels and labor shortages.
Consistent Demand for Back-Office Jobs in Fleets
As the trucking industry continues to grapple with a persistent labor shortage, fleets are witnessing a consistent increase in job demand for operational support roles, commonly known as back-office jobs.
CEO Pay Growth Slows, Yet Compensation Gap Persists
The growth of CEO pay is slowing down, with the typical compensation package for chief executives of S&P 500 companies rising by just 0.9% in 2022, according to data analyzed by Equilar for The Associated Press.
AI-proof Jobs: Which Ones Are Safe?
The rise of AI and automation has caused fear among many people that their jobs may be taken over, which is a daunting prospect.
Younger and more diverse individuals increasingly joining the at-home workforce
A recent study has revealed that since the onset of the pandemic in 2020, the percentage of people working from home has increased from 5% to nearly 18% in just three years.
AI poses a threat to American workers
The brand-new AI technology known as the AI Genie is capable of doing tasks that were once exclusive to human workers, raising concerns about the future of employment.
Strategies for Attracting and Retaining the Future Workforce
Generation Z is expected to make up over 31% of the workforce in as little as 2 years, which means that employers need to understand the motivations of this generation and how to create a loyal bond with them.
Recent MHI Report highlights the industry’s talent shortage
The ProMat industry show took place in Chicago this week and MHI attendees had a lot to say about the supply chain.
Inclusion in the workplace can cut company attrition risk by 50%
Attrition risk refers to the possibility or likelihood of employees leaving a company or organization, either voluntarily or involuntarily, and the potential negative impact this could have on the organization's operations, productivity, and financial performance.