Sometimes when people think of Human Resources, they take the Michael Scott approach: it is the worst. But don’t let the “minute details” bore you - Human Resources is a critical component of a functioning and healthy supply chain. From hiring to safe working conditions, both employers and employees should be able to rely on Human Resources to keep the partnership between the two in good shape.
The freight and logistics sector continues to face mass layoffs, with recent announcements in California, Illinois, and Michigan.
New research from Indeed reveals a significant shift in job postings, indicating a decline in the requirement for formal education qualifications.
Federal labor officials have accused SpaceX of unlawfully terminating eight employees who circulated a critical letter about the company's CEO, Elon Musk.
Private sector job creation in November continued to slow, with companies adding 103,000 workers, slightly below October's 106,000 and missing estimates.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit against Tesla, alleging that the electric carmaker allowed severe harassment of Black employees at its California assembly plant, including racist slurs, graffiti, and nooses from 2015 to the present.
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.
The latest ISM Report on Business reveals that the services economy experienced growth in June, marking the sixth consecutive month of expansion.
A recent survey conducted by Hireology highlights the changing expectations of job seekers in the post-pandemic era.
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.
The rise of remote work has brought about physical health risks for workers.
The Great Resignation, a trend characterized by a surge in job resignations amid the pandemic, is coming to an end as the job market stabilizes.
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.
The current job market poses difficulties in finding and retaining skilled labor, despite the overall hiring spree in various industries.
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 lawmakers have voted in favor of Assembly Bill 316, which would require trained individuals to be present in autonomous semi trucks and big rigs.
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.
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.
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.
The rise of AI and automation has caused fear among many people that their jobs may be taken over, which is a daunting prospect.
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.
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.
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.
The ProMat industry show took place in Chicago this week and MHI attendees had a lot to say about the supply chain.
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.
Tyson Foods has announced the closure of 2 poultry processing and hatching plants in Virginia and Arkansas.
A 4-day workweek has the potential to benefit employees in a number of ways, and may be a valuable tool for employers looking to attract and retain top talent.
In January, GM CEO Mary Barra told analysts that the company wasn’t planning for any layoffs. Seems that things have quickly changed!
Mass layoffs can be a public relations nightmare for companies, damaging their reputation and potentially leading to boycotts or other forms of backlash.
In 2022, the average American woman earned approximately 82 cents for every dollar a man earned, according to Pew Research.
Paid days off aren't guaranteed for many Americans, and even when they are, most workers aren’t using all their PTO.