3 Key HR Trends for 2024: What’s in store for the year ahead?

I think we can all agree that 2024 is well underway with January finally giving way to February after what felt like the longest of months and now March is here! The HR landscape continues to evolve, shaped by ongoing technological advancements, shifts in workplace dynamics, and a growing emphasis on employee well-being. Small businesses, in particular, stand to gain significantly by staying ahead of these trends, ensuring they not only attract but also retain top talent in a competitive market.

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Are mandatory Carbon Audits on the horizon? What SMEs can do to prepare

In 2019, the UK government introduced the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) policy, aiming to make energy and carbon reporting clearer and more straightforward. Initially aimed at *larger companies, the policy is now poised to extend its reach, potentially making carbon reporting mandatory for smaller businesses in the not-so-distant future.

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Out with the old, In with the new: Enhancing productivity with a Digital…

January is a month of resolutions and good intentions which makes it the ideal time for businesses to embrace the 'New Year, New You' ethos and conduct a digital declutter.

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Mastering Recruitment and Retention: Strategic Insights for 2024

As we forge ahead with 2024, the recruitment landscape for SMEs presents both challenges and opportunities that are vital for businesses to understand and adapt to. Here’s a breakdown of the current trends and how director-led HR services from RfM Transform can address these issues for your business.

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Case Study: RfM Transform and the Blue Soup Equipment Company

Blue Soup Equipment Company is a small, family-run business based in the South of England. They specialise in producing innovative water-safety products including their range of UP Vests - inflation vests worn by big-wave surfers. Blue Soup recently added new safety features to their collection of vests and undertook a project to develop a new, cutting-edge design. To support their R&D initiatives, they partnered with Zach, Tony and the R&D team at RfM Transform to navigate the complexities of their claim.

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Is your business ready? Navigating Net Zero and PPN 06/21

The UK Government's Procurement Policy Note 06/21 (PPN 06/21) marks a significant shift in public sector procurement, emphasising the need for businesses to commit to Net Zero by 2050 and adopt more sustainable practices. For SMEs, this is not just a regulatory requirement but an opportunity to redefine their business strategy, standing out in the market and driving innovation and growth.

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This project would not have got off the ground without the help of RfM. Not only did Tony find the funding, he developed our plans to enable the project to become real. Tony is incredibly hands-on and made sure the application proceeded smoothly despite the usual planning delays.

Martin Horner Bay View Childcare

RfM has provided invaluable support and advice to help us plan and prepare for this phase of significant change for the business. Tony is very well connected and has put us in touch with all the right people to help make the project happen. Tony adjusts his way of working to fit the size and nature of the business; I've found him to be really proactive and very hands on. Nothing seems to faze him! It's been a positive experience and we hope to carry on working with Tony through to the completion of the project.

Gary Grieve Furness Cars and Commercials

RfM were instrumental in helping us to secure R&D tax credits from the government. These are tremendously beneficial to a business like ours as they allow us to offset the costs involved in the R&D process – including the materials and the labour – and also receive a bonus on top.

Malcolm Snape StormMeister

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