The People Purpose Blog

For employees all over the world, the first paycheck is more than a transaction, it’s a signal of trust, belonging, and operational readiness. Seamless and culturally aware payroll processes shape the new hire experience and reinforce a company’s commitment from day one. 

Explore insights from the IAPP AI Governance Conference in Dublin, where UKG joined legal and regulatory experts to discuss AI in HR. Learn why clarity, transparency, and governance matter more than hype in the age of the EU AI Act.

Difficulties with recruitment and retention have been and will continue to be driven by a multitude of disparate but interacting factors, which are changing continually as time passes and economic and geopolitical pressures shift. There are, however, three specific substantial and inescapable issues faced by businesses worldwide that work together to hamper recruitment and retention efforts, particularly in smaller and medium-sized businesses

Ask any group of HR professionals about their principal challenges – those problems that steadfastly refuse to be fixed – and you’ll probably hear a lot on recruitment and retention. Find out more about the realities and how to fix them.

Explore seven culture drivers that strengthen employee experience and improve business performance

Focusing on key cultural drivers can help organisations create great workplace environments that boost business performance. We explore various business dynamics impacting culture and recognise seven critical factors influencing culture and performance.

Our recent survey identified the five most common workplace personalities. Each has its own characteristics and is motivated by different ambitions and leadership styles. 

At UKG, we're passionate about empowering both individuals and managers by gaining a clearer understanding of workplace personalities.  

At UKG, we believe understanding workplace personalities helps individuals grow and managers better understand their teams, enhancing overall development and productivity.

Every workplace is diverse, making it interesting. The shift to remote and hybrid work models has significantly transformed work life and introduced new management challenges.