Deploying siloed tactics does not equate to purpose-driven strategy. This is as true in purpose-driven strategy as any other. While there is potential to deliver social impact this way, it can slip easily into “special projects” that organisations do on the side and the public is savvy in recognising authenticity.
Read MoreThe legal distinction between a contractor and employee is changing. Recently there have been a number of significant Employment Court decisions shaping the law in this area.
Read MoreFor a guarantee to be enforceable, the requirements set out in section 27 of the Property Law Act 2007 (Act) must be strictly complied with. This is what the NZSC held in Brougham v Regan.
Read MoreThe art of having a difficult conversation is not something that necessarily fits within the Kiwi culture.
Read MoreThe Credit Contracts Legislation Amendment Act 2019 amends the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance Act 2003 and introduces, amongst other things, a new certification regime and a new due diligence duty.
Read MoreA recent decision of the Fair Work Commission (FWC) in Australia provides timely “food for thought" as New Zealand employers consider whether they can require their employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Read MoreMuch of what you watch, listen to or buy comes from recommendations made by Al algorithms. More and more, algorithms are helping us to make both subtle and important life altering decisions. So, what does this mean for marketers?
Read MoreProcrastination is one of the main reasons why we don't perform to our full potential. It is a comfortable human habit and, as such, is not easy to break.
Read MoreThis issue we talk about MyIR, who is an independent contractor or employee and you probably know that the property brightline test was extended to 10 years, but did you know the other significant change?
Read MoreAs the COVID-19 pandemic worsens due to new South African, UK and Brazilian variants, and a vaccine becomes accessible, employers across the globe are asking whether they can require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Read MoreOn 28 February 2021, Auckland moved to COVID-19 Alert Level 3 for at least seven days, while the rest of New Zealand has returned to COVID-19 Alert Level 2. These changes in Alert Levels can result in significant economic effects and it’s important for businesses to understand what government support is available.
Read MoreWith 2021 getting off to a roaring start, there are a number of tax issues which you may need to consider.
Read MoreEven though the Health and Safety at Work Act has been in force since April 2016, WorkSafe has recently observed that “too many organisations remain locked in a ‘legal obligation’ mind set”.
Read MoreThe Covid-19 pandemic, which remains a risk for all New Zealand, has highlighted how important it is for people to stay home when they are unwell.
Read MoreIf you export goods and services, you may face hurdles doing business with overseas customers. For example: Cancelling contracts or defaulting on payments, along with day-to-day issues, like managing working capital, securing bank guarantees or funding growth.The New Zealand Export Credit Office (NZECO) provides a range of trade credit insurance and financial guarantees backed by the New Zealand Government to help businesses secure export sales, manage payment risk and access finance via your bank.
Read MoreMost people prefer for things to continue in their same old predictable way. If change is to take place, such people will probably argue that it should happen at some point down the track—when their routines will not be affected. Such complacency needs to be transformed into a sense of urgency—or your organisation will stagnate and you won’t get the staff support you need to make change happen.
Read MoreIn a recent decision, the Employment Relations Authority imposed a penalty on an employer for providing a verbal reference in breach of a Record of Settlement.
Read MoreWith increased technology, data matching and information sharing, Inland Revenue has far more information available to it to determine whether taxpayers are returning all income.
Read MoreAs we head into 2021, consumer facing organisations in New Zealand may be lagging behind a dramatic shift in consumer behaviour.
Read MoreIt’s been one year since the Government introduced its new procurement rules – swinging its $42 billion wallet in the direction of sustainable, socially responsible spending. Is that massive spending power starting to pull our economy in the direction the Government wants?
Grant Thornton New Zealand has recently conducted research into how much progress is being made within agencies, to get a sense of how successfully the new rules are being implemented.
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