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A Single Disaster Kills 40% Of Businesses — Stop Putting Off Contingency Planning

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The potential damage that these disruptive events can inflict on an organization should inspire proactive planning — including everything from updating insurance policies to preparing a migration strategy and shoring up cyber security. Defined in Black’s Law Dictionary, the most widely referenced legal dictionary in the U.S.,

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How To Successfully Combat Workplace Bullying And Harassment To Foster A Safe Work Environment

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Proactive measures like nurturing a strong company culture and having clear policies and reporting systems are key in preventing and addressing workplace harassment, bullying, and violence. Physical harassment Physical harassment refers to any type of unwelcome and non-consensual physical contact. It also includes acts of violence.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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How to Negotiate Severance: Tips and Strategies for the Modern Workforce

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Kogut clarifies that employees are only “due” severance if it is promised in an employment contract, handbook or policy. Most employees who lose their jobs are likely “ at will ” employees—those who can be dismissed without any legal requirement for cause. Dewan agrees. “Don’t sign anything immediately.

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It’s vital employers understand the new EHRC guidelines on menopause 

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Recent guidelines issued by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) aim to simplify employers’ legal obligations to support workers going through menopause. At the heart of the guidelines, the EHRC references staggering statistics on the extent to which the menopause can impact women.

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AI Probably Won’t Take Your Job In 2024

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In support of this theory, Gartner’s analysts are pitching the idea of “Symbiotic Intelligence,” which refers to a synergy between human and machine intelligence. Leaders at these companies also committed to meeting with the government to help guide public policy. While it’s still too soon to determine any impact, on Oct.

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6 Ways To Create A Strong Security Culture In Your Organization

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The term security culture refers to the attitudes of everyone in your organization to data security. The term security culture refers to the attitudes of everyone in your organization to data security. First, it’s vital to define who is responsible for each element of security policy.

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