Redefining company culture using AI in human resources

How can machines help human resources build better company culture? We’ve all heard recent stories about artificial intelligence coming after jobs and wiping out industries. While some are hopeful of this new breed of technological advancement that relies on machines doing our jobs better than us, there are some who fear the risks outweigh the benefits.…

How to develop a clear leadership vision for a sustainable business

By Stuart Maister, Chief Storyteller, Strategic Narrative and Chair of the Human Capital Forum MENA, Dubai, May 2-3   A recent major report to the UK government about productivity and performance said this: “A strong narrative that provides a clear, shared vision for the organisation is at the heart of employee engagement.” It makes sense.…

Why nobody likes your ICO

Rejection can be harsh, but understanding why nobody wants to jump on your ICO is the first step in transforming your luck Initial Coin Offerings, aka the not so humble ICO, are big business. In 2016, more than US$200 million worth of cryptocurrency investments were raised though ICOs, rising to $1.5bn in the first half…

Escaping the starting blocks: the missing link in HR tech

Across the region, innovators and visionaries have been creating tools with the power to transform how people are managed. Now, they have a unique chance to help shape the strategy that will define how those tools are used. The digital revolution is no accident: it happened because people wanted it to. However, the shift in…