Why collect work and activity data? Often the causes of success and failure are there in front of us. All we need to do is learn from the data available. So what can we learn from Big Data that improves success in what we do?This week while travelling, I was taken out for dinner twice. On both of these occasions, we went to restaurants that featured live music. These experiences got me thinking about how we measure performance and use data rather than "gut reaction" and personal preferences … [Read more...] about What can business learn from Big Data through DJ’s and music bands?
Friday Fun – Data security #410 #ff
Data security - something for the weekend. Friday Fun - Office humour, cartoon - data security #410 #ffThe Mayor gave me the security key to the city This cartoon has been produced by Jon Carter www.cartertoons.com with thanks … [Read more...] about Friday Fun – Data security #410 #ff
Top Trend Survey – Top tools for learning in HR
As we get more and more connected, the tools we use for learning and finding learning are increasingly online and on mobile. I have recently completed an online CPD session focused on trends in learning. As well as hearing the views of top people in the industry, participants were invited to list their own top learning tools.Background to the Top Trend Survey module The session featured a video interview with Jane Hart from the Centre for Learning & Performance Technologies. Since … [Read more...] about Top Trend Survey – Top tools for learning in HR
Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? #hrblog #cipdLDShow
Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? Last week I was at the annual CIPD conference for Learning and Development professionals. Whilst much of the content of the paid for conference sessions was about ensuring training and learning activities were effective, the mood on the exhibition floor was different. Off the shelf or bespoke? Every provider that offered off-the-shelf learning solutions also offered bespoke solutions. But the emphasis for may was the off-the-shelf, … [Read more...] about Is the fast food approach to learning and development working? #hrblog #cipdLDShow
