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Pharmacy2U wins first UK online pharmacy B Corp nod

Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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power / energy
Pharmacy2U becomes the UK's first online pharmacy to gain B Corp status after scoring 91.4 in a global social and environmental audit.
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UK marketers say leadership disconnect undermines morale, results

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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partner programmes
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marketing
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leadership
A new study finds three quarters of UK marketers feel senior leadership excludes them from decisions, harming morale amid rising demands and limited resources.
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Workspace 365 updates platform to boost engagement & combat isolation

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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hybrid & remote work
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productivity
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employment
Workspace 365's latest update introduces Communities to boost employee engagement and tackle isolation in remote and hybrid work environments.
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One in three UK SMEs stuck in survival mode despite hard work

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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hcm
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productivity
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ex
One in three UK SMEs remain in survival mode despite reported productivity gains, with employee satisfaction key to driving real growth and resilience.
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Capture Expense launches platform to streamline Irish expenses

Fri, 30th May 2025
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saas
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fintech
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hcm
Capture Expense has unveiled a platform tailored to Irish firms, simplifying expense management and ensuring compliance with Irish Revenue's rules.
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Circula raises EUR €15 million to expand AI expense automation

Mon, 12th May 2025
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rpa
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ai
German expense management firm Circula has raised EUR €15 million to boost AI-driven automation, aiming to ease finance teams' workload and expand internationally.
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AI & automation drive evolution in payroll operations

Fri, 28th Mar 2025
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hcm
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ai
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agentic ai
A new ADP report reveals a shift in payroll roles towards strategic functions, driven by AI, automation, and a focus on employee satisfaction.
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FTSE 100 report: Tech prioritised over workforce skills

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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data analytics
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llms
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education, learning & training
An analysis of FTSE 100 annual reports shows a stark contrast in priorities, with 69% focusing on technology but only 7% investing in workforce skills.
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Rimini Street earns Great Place to Work certification globally

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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hcm
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leadership
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workforce technology
Rimini Street has secured Great Place to Work certifications in multiple regions, highlighting its commitment to a positive workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
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Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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software development
Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.
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Complex IT systems decrease productivity in UK workplaces

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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edutech
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digital transformation
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genai
Research reveals that 59% of UK employees may leave their jobs due to overly complicated IT systems, highlighting urgent calls for simpler digital solutions.
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UK employees seek more input in AI decisions, survey finds

Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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ai
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education, learning & training
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workplace
A recent survey reveals that 88% of UK employees want a greater say in the integration of AI into their workplaces, highlighting a demand for transparency and influence.
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Workers cautious about AI despite increased utilisation

Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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saas
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ai
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agentic ai
A new study reveals that while 58% of workers in the US and UK are using agentic AI, concerns over its quality and emotional intelligence remain high.
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UK businesses weigh AI adoption amid rising tax pressures

Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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partner programmes
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ai
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jobs
The UK government has unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, prompting businesses to reconsider investments in AI amidst rising employer tax costs.
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Mail Metrics acquires Adare SEC, boosts UK market presence

Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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public sector
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investment
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ey
Mail Metrics has acquired Adare SEC, its fourth purchase in four years, expanding its workforce and boosting UK revenue projections to GBP £175 million.
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Financial Services face cyber risk disconnect, says study

Wed, 18th Dec 2024
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digital transformation
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
A recent study reveals a serious disconnect in Financial Services on cyber security training, with 69% of employees feeling disengaged despite owners' confidence.
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Firms enforcing office-only work face higher staff turnover

Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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productivity
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job seekers
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mental health
New research reveals that companies enforcing strict office-only work are facing increased staff turnover, with 67% of recruiters noticing a rise in job searches.
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Cegid earns 'Strong Performer' title in Forrester report

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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crm
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digital transformation
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data privacy
Cegid has distinguished itself as 'A Strong Performer' in Forrester's Q4 2024 report for Point-Of-Service Solutions, recognising its global expertise and innovation.
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Ciphr expands with acquisition of employee benefits firm Avantus

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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martech
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hcm
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personalisation
Ciphr has acquired Avantus to enhance its services with employee benefits, marking its third acquisition in 18 months to boost HCM offerings.
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Inploi integrates with Cornerstone for enhanced hiring tech

Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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saas
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hcm
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recruitment
UK talent acquisition firm inploi has partnered with Cornerstone OnDemand, integrating their platforms to enhance global recruitment and employee development.