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People Power: Education and Workforce

Are we Ready For The Future?

(by Lucia Gröneová )

The labor market is undergoing dynamic changes, presenting both exciting opportunities for growth and innovation while placing higher demands on employers and employees alike. In this evolving landscape, it’s essential for organizations to define clear career paths and advancement opportunities, while also quickly identifying and nurturing talent.

The Next Dimension of Training

(by Maria Vircikova)

Step into a virtual world where your instructor is a lifelike hologram, guiding you in real-time. This isn’t science fiction—it’s the future of training, blending human presence with cutting-edge VR to revolutionize how industries prepare workers for complex tasks.

Shaping the Future of Education

(by Zuzana Stofanikova, Jana Harnošová, Peter Kazimir)

The education landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements, changing societal needs, and the demand for more personalized learning experiences. HPE is at the forefront of this transformation, providing innovative solutions that are reshaping how educational institutions deliver knowledge and engage with students. 

Teachers Shaping the Digital Future

(by JA Slovakia)

In today’s world, digital skills are essential for the success of every young person. We interviewed teachers involved in the Digital Competencies for Teachers educational program; a program organized by the non-profit educational organization Junior Achievement Slovakia. Our focus was on how this program influences students’ digital skills and prepares them for the demanding job market.

Harnessing the Potential of AI

(by KPMG )

In a rapidly evolving world marked by technological advancements, shifting workforce expectations, and complex global challenges, the future of work is undergoing a profound transformation. Businesses worldwide face mounting pressure to adapt to new paradigms of employee engagement, workplace innovation, and resilience.  Artificial intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of this shift with the potential to revolutionize traditional roles. 

SSCs in CEE: Challenges and Perspectives

(by Dagmar Váleková)

Shared service centers (SSCs) play a crucial role in helping parent companies stay competitive. They provide faster, more professional services at lower costs to parent companies, their branches, and external clients. The Slovak Republic is well-positioned to attract foreign investors interested in setting up SSCs, although this potential remains underexplored.

Trends Reshaping Shared Services

(by Romek Lubaczewski)

At AmCham Slovakia’s “Festival of Future” in September 2024, Romek Lubaczewski delivered a captivating presentation on Global Business Services, Shared Services, and Business Process Outsourcing trends for 2025. We asked him to expand on his critical insights on how businesses must adapt to succeed in an ever-evolving industry.

Human Capital Trends

(by Zuzana Kostiviarova)

In the evolving landscape of human capital management, keeping up with forward-looking trends is essential for organizations looking to stay ahead. In this article, we look at some of the most innovative and transformative trends shaping the future of work taken from Deloitte’s 2024 Global Human Capital Trends report. 

The Age of Adaptability

(by Zuzana Rumiz)

In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, seismic shifts are reshaping the foundations of how we define work. The convergence of technological breakthroughs, global connectivity, and a rapidly evolving socio-economic fabric has unearthed a wave of transformative forces, creating a nexus where innovation and adaptation collide. 

Culture at the Core

(by Irena Grimová)

Corporate culture and employee engagement are the cornerstones of a thriving workforce. As organizations face global economic pressures, balancing a local approach with global best practices becomes essential. The Kafka Institute, developed within Citi Central Europe and rooted in global corporate values, offers a model for fostering employee motivation, inclusion, and long-term growth in a challenging landscape.

World-Class Events in Šibenik

(by AMADRIA PARK)

Why organize your next corporate event in a remote location when the stunning Adriatic coastline of Šibenik is just a short trip away, offering both beauty and convenience? With excellent highway and flight connections, Amadria Park Šibenik has become a prime destination for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and events). 

The Power of Student Internships

(by Karol Ovesný)

Internships have emerged as a powerful tool to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical skills, benefiting students, universities, and businesses. It is a win-win situation, yet there is still untapped potential to be explored, addressing some of the current challenges of the Slovak graduate labor market.

Our Employees Grow With Us

(by Andrea Gubová)

We spoke with Andrea Gubová, HR Director of SWAN, about the challenges of today’s evolving job market and the impact of new technologies like AI. From fostering employee satisfaction to embracing hybrid work and continuous learning, Andrea shares how to build a resilient, forward-thinking organization.

Talent Management Reinvented

(by Branislav Pavlakovič)

In a world of constant change, a strong talent management strategy can offer numerous benefits for organizations. We are living in exciting times. Just a year ago, few were thinking about AI prompts, robust language models for various tasks, or roles like Prompt Engineer and Librarian (yes, that’s a real job).

The Hidden Engine of Company Culture

(by Viktória Gažová)

Imagine a workplace that’s more than just a place to work. A place where employees feel energized and motivated every day. Where company culture shapes the way people work, communicate, and grow together. This isn’t just an ideal scenario - according to Gallup’s 2023 research, companies that create such environments see their profitability increase by 23%.

Win Talent Through Pay Transparency

(by Lucia Glasová)

The “War for Talent” highlights the fierce competition among companies for skilled individuals. This article explores who constitutes talent for companies and how they can be attracted and retained, particularly through the lens of the EU Pay Transparency Directive. This directive advocates for a holistic approach to transparency in company processes and culture, which can enhance talent acquisition and retention.

Future of Work Unfolding: From 2024 Trends to 2025 Opportunities

(by Júlia Jurčíková)

In 2024, AmCham Slovakia focused extensively on key trends reshaping people and talent management, underscoring the strategic value of human capital. Together, we’ve navigated a rapidly changing landscape shaped by demographic shifts, technological advancements, and new legislative frameworks, transforming the job market.