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Microsoft trials four day workweek in Japan
Human Capital Management

Microsoft trials four day workweek in Japan

Productivity rose almost 40% in Japan as the software group tested a shorter week, hinting at a possible cure for overwork culture.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2019
Employees around NZ working overtime without pay
Human Capital Management

Employees around NZ working overtime without pay

A new report shows that overtime has increased in 30% of organisations and nearly half of those working overtime (48%) are unpaid for their extra hours.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2019
Uber app is timely fatigue reminder
Risk & Compliance

Uber app is timely fatigue reminder

Drivers will be logged out after 13 hours on the app, a move aimed at reducing fatigue risk and reinforcing legal limits.

By Michael Curreen • 7 min read • Fri, 12th Oct 2018
Longer working hours increase diabetes risk in women
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Longer working hours increase diabetes risk in women

Women clocking 45 hours or more a week face a 63% higher risk of diabetes, with researchers urging closer attention to work patterns.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jul 2018
Keep fatigue out of the workplace
Risk & Compliance

Keep fatigue out of the workplace

Fatigue can raise the risk of workplace incidents, leaving businesses and workers responsible for spotting tiredness before it affects safety.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Burnout: more Kiwis doing unpaid overtime
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Burnout: more Kiwis doing unpaid overtime

Over a quarter of New Zealand businesses increased over time in the last year, with over half of employees not being paid for overtime.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jul 2015

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Microsoft investigates Chinese supplier
Microsoft

Microsoft investigates Chinese supplier

Microsoft dispatches auditors to KYE factory in Dongguan, China, after a report on adverse labour conditions. Investigation to ensure compliance with standards.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Apr 2010

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