Tag: Research & Development
in a business context, research and development (R&D) refers to any work directed towards the innovation, introduction, and improvement of products, services, and/or processes. HR has a role to play in fostering spaces for R&D in organisations, and in equipping people with the skills necessary to do R&D effectively.
May 31st 2019
CRFCast - HR Insights from the Corporate Research Forum: Agile HR: Sky UK Case Study with Tracey Waters
Tracey Waters, Head of People Engagement and Development at Sky UK, discusses how her team have deployed agile development techniques to transform their working methods and increase the business impact of learning and development. Tracey describes four behaviours that underpin Sky’s approach: being collaborative, iterative, data-driven and person-centric. We discuss some practical lessons learned from implementing agile.
Listen to PodcastMarch 20th 2019
Digital Disruption - Exploring the Implications for Leaders & Leadership Development
This report explores the implications of the Digital Age specifically for leadership and leadership development. We examine how the role and expectations of leaders are changing in the Digital Age and review the implications of these changes for leadership development practices.
View ResearchMarch 11th 2019
Speed Read: Learning - The Foundation for Agility and Sustainable Performance
Learning plays a key role in helping organisations grow and thrive in challenging business environments. Access this Speed Read to review the recent changes in the Learning market, the changing role of learning in the organisation and our recommendations for L&D professionals.
Read Executive SummaryMarch 11th 2019
Speed Read: Building a Learning Organisation
What is the relevance of the learning organisation today? This Speed Read aims to answer the question and help readers on the path of transforming their business into a learning organisation.
Read Executive SummaryMarch 4th 2019
Speed Read: Harnessing the HR Technology Revolution
HR technology is an expanding and rapidly changing field. The aim of this Speed Read is to navigate through the key questions that need to be considered when selecting and improving your HR technology solutions.
Read Executive SummaryFebruary 18th 2019
Speed Read: Developing Commercial Acumen for HR Function
The HR function is often criticised for its lack of commercial acumen and business savvy. The aim of this Speed Read is to define commercial acumen as a skill and give HR professionals the necessary practical information to develop and demonstrate this business critical skill.
Read Executive SummaryFebruary 18th 2019
2019 CRF Learning Programme
CRF Learning delivers a suite of development programmes aimed at enhancing the capability of the HR function and the individuals within it. The annual programme of learning is complemented by custom programmes that are designed to specifically meet the needs of your organisation. Download the 2019 CRF Learning Programme to view the range of open courses available for enrolment.
Read Event DocumentFebruary 18th 2019
Harnessing the HR Technology Revolution
HR technology is a vast and rapidly changing field, touching every aspect of HR. As more and more processes become automated, technology plays an ever larger role in HR's efficiency and effectiveness. This report explores the opportunities and risks associated with HR technology and aims to provide HR professionals with the relevant information to develop HR technology capability within their organisation.
View ResearchDecember 12th 2018
End of Year Review - 2018
In 2018, 1,750 HR professionals attended CRF-led events, with over 300 hours of learning delivered. Over 350 senior HR and business leaders joined us in Lisbon for our 10th International Conference and 500 participants attended CRF Learning programmes. Download our 2018 summary to find out more about our key deliverables from the past 12 months.
Read ArticleDecember 3rd 2018
Progress - Issue 6: Humility in learning
Within this sixth edition of our e-magazine - Progress - Michael Wade, Professor of Innovation & Strategy at IMD Business School discusses the role of humility in modern leadership.
Read ArticleNovember 13th 2018
The Future of Jobs, Work and Working
What are the forces shaping the future of work and careers? In this CRF report, we take a look at the trends shaping the future of jobs in 2018 - economic, demographic and technological changes influencing future talent needs today. Recommendations for HR professionals are also discussed.
View ResearchOctober 4th 2018
High Flyers & High Performance - The Red Arrows
In this presentation, Dr. Stephen Bungay and Justin Hughes, continue to explore the success factors of high-performing teams by taking a look at the red Arrows - RAF's official display team.
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