Over the past 30 years, the number and variety of alternative forms of employment have steadily increased. Today, the majority of employers use flexible workers. Yet, for many of them, this is ad hoc and often related to capacity issues. “When it comes to developing a formal workforce strategy, there is still a lot to be done,” says Jan Laurijssen, Senior Researcher at SD Worx. He calls for a more forward-looking approach to talent management.

Flexible working schedules challenge employees to keep track of their worktime. Time registration can help to maintain or restore a healthy work-life balance.

Globally, millions of employees are leaving their jobs in historically high numbers. This phenomenon has been dubbed "The Great Resignation." An autumn 2021 study found that nearly one in four UK employees planned on switching jobs in the next few months. And the trends have only continued through this spring.

Keeping up with payroll rules and HR legislation is increasingly complex, but the right software solutions can turn the tide. This checklist is a good start.

Payroll proficiency is sputtering in the heart of Europe. With an average score of 64.6, only a minority of companies in Belgium, France, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK would call themselves true masters in payroll. That’s one of the main conclusions of our 2022 Payroll Proficiency Index. On the upside, there are some powerful proficiency boosters.

Remuneration absolutely tops the list of reasons to stay (or start) with an employer. But talking about remuneration is still taboo. With these 5 tips you can get beyond that.

Use employee personas to design tailored employee experiences (EX) for your hybrid workforce. This is why, what and how to get started.

Boosting your employees’ resilience is key to handling stress and changes in the workplace. Here’s how direct managers can help build a resilient team.

Candidates have many job options today, and they put a lot of effort into making the right choice. To appeal to them, an authentic employer brand is key. Still, many HR teams struggle to deliver a sincere and complete image of their organisation. These guidelines point you in the right direction.

Get an overview of how digital HR transformation can enhance operational efficiency while sparking exceptional employee experiences.

(Re)connecting with people runs like a thread through the top 10 HR challenges for the future. We’ve asked 10 renowned SD Worx experts to each analyse a specific challenge and how to turn them into opportunities.