Insights

Are you curious about what can make your company irresistible to the next generation of employees? Well, look no further than ESG! What is ESG, you ask? It stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance factors, and it has become a game-changer in the job market.

The Earth's climate is rapidly changing, and its consequences are becoming increasingly visible across the globe. As extreme weather events intensify and temperatures continue to rise, the economic toll of climate change becomes a pressing concern for nations and industries alike. In this blog post, senior researcher Kirsten Vanderplanken delves into four critical numbers that highlight the economic impact of climate change, shedding light on the staggering costs that nations and businesses must grapple with, even if ambitious adaptation measures are taken.

With the increase of technological, business and societal disruptions, innovation climbs even higher on corporate to-do lists. With it comes the increasing importance of corporate venturing, which provides as many opportunities as it does challenges. This article is the first in a series of three, and explores the challenges in measuring the return on innovation. Towards the end of the year, all the research will be compiled into a larger report.

This second article in our series of three on corporate innovation focuses on the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) innovation leaders use to report and communicate their progress. These metrics assess the success and effectiveness of innovation efforts, provide information about achieving the desired goals, help detect problems and encourage behaviors consistent with the company’s drivers. Interviews with 15 innovation leaders from 5 different countries helped define 5 key questions to develop strong innovation KPIs.

Less than 40% of managers have the necessary knowledge to guide employees returning to work, while nearly 90% of employees see their role as crucial in the process. Burnout reintegration is complex and requires involvement from both sides. How does your organization approach this? Download the whitepaper for more insights. (The white paper is in Dutch but will be translated soon).

At both the individual and organizational levels, dealing with ambiguity is becoming increasingly crucial in a rapidly changing world. This competence, the ability to navigate in gray areas and reconcile different perspectives, is considered essential for future success. Competence Center Next Generation Work emphasizes this importance by combining scientific insights with the exchange of experiences from leading partners such as SD Worx, Johnson & Johnson, and others.

Employers are experiencing increased absenteeism due to mental health issues among employees. Research points to the pivotal role of managers in prevention and dealing with these problems. The project 'Wellbeing Works,' led by Eva Geluk and Kathleen Vangronsvelt of Antwerp Management School in collaboration with partners Bpost and B-Tonic (a subsidiary of Baloise), focuses on empowering managers and providing solutions. Blogs will share practical insights regarding needs, barriers, and potential resources.

The heightened scrutiny of cybersecurity underscores the critical need for careful digital due diligence on digital assets and comprehensive risk assessments in mergers and acquisitions.

Millennials, born between 1980 and 1995, are increasingly assuming leadership positions. They often face the challenge of leading teams with up to a 35-year age gap, leading to differences in values and preferences. Research by Professor Kim De Meulenaere and Doctoral Researcher Laura De Boom underscores the importance of age-inclusive leadership to keep everyone motivated amidst this workplace diversity.