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

Workplace Insight

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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The AI Revolution Liberating Workers From The Office

Allwork

By proactively managing these risks, organizations can confidently harness the power of AI to revolutionize the way we work. One potential risk is the legal liability associated with AI-driven decisions and actions. This could lead to unfair treatment of certain individuals or groups, resulting in legal and ethical concerns.

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The EU is giving citizens the “right to repair” electronics — here’s what that could mean for the world

Ideas.Ted

And a majority think that manufacturers should be legally obliged to facilitate the repair of digital devices. Europe is one of the largest markets in the world, which means that new EU design guidelines and right to repair mandates could force manufacturers across the world to make more durable products.

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Stay organized and secure with electronic records management

BMT Office Administration

Jan bit her lip and hoped that Laura had not accidentally tossed evidence the legal department might need in a harassment lawsuit. The second action opens up the company to potential legal and regulatory problems. Some types of business records, such as tax forms and legal documents, are relatively easy to spot.

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . To be able to network, you must have confidence.

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An Admin’s Cheat Sheet to Business Terminology

All Things Admin

GAAP – Generally Accepted Accounting Principles: These are a set of guidelines and standards that govern how financial statements are prepared and presented. ToS – Terms of Service: This refers to the legal agreement between a company or website and its users. It’s often referred to as a percentage.

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Ten critical foundations for successful collaborative networks

BioTeams

A Virtual Enterprise Network (VEN) is a voluntary and dynamic community of SMEs that commit to working together for a period of at least six months (ideally, twelve months) to collectively seek opportunities to participate in collaborative projects of mutual business advantage. Network Ground Rules. Network Development and Governance.