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innovation

The crisis isn’t COVID anymore, by Elaine Smart – Management Consultant, Senior Executive, FSI Banking at DB Results

The need to be fast, agile and ahead of the curve on all levels of customer service is no longer a ‘nice idea,’ it’s a business imperative. This tipping point has created an abundance of work for IT teams in Australia and around the globe, and a backlog of work that needs to be delivered now, not next year. If you, like so many companies, didn’t jump early into this digital race, how do you catch up? While I’m here to advise Australian organisations (small, medium or large) on how to do this, you must first understand that the crisis isn’t over.  

21 December 2021

innovation

auDA Report: Positive impact of Internet dampened by cybersecurity fears

Industry self-regulatory body for the .au domain, auDA, has released its inaugural Digital Lives of Australians 2021 Report. The report finds Australian consumers and small businesses benefit immensely from the Internet, but cybersecurity threats continue to pose a huge concern.

17 December 2021

health safety and wellbeing

WorkSafe Victoria introduces provisional payments to support workers with a mental injury

On 1 July this year, WorkSafe Victoria introduced provisional payments to provide better support for workers with a mental injury. Eligible workers and volunteers who submit a mental injury claim can now access provisional payments for reasonable treatment and services while their claim is being determined.

14 December 2021

chief executive update

All rests on our health system

Hindsight is a funny thing. Had we known the COVID-19 wrecking ball was coming for us, we would have ducked for cover. We can’t use that excuse anymore.

25 November 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Chamber members co-fund world-first hardship support digital platform

The One Stop One Story Hub Pilot Program aims to ease the burdens faced by people experiencing vulnerability by providing a single access point for a range of support services.

03 November 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Five tips for self-care coming out of lockdown

Mental health has become one of the most important conversations to have in workplaces over the past two years. The widespread impacts of COVID-19 have moved beyond the health epidemic it began as, with the ongoing consequences morphing into a financial, educational, and mental health crisis that will be felt for years to come as the world moves into recovery mode from the effects of the pandemic.

19 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Globe International: asking the tough questions to support their staff’s mental health

While Globe’s customers are renowned thrill seekers, the specialist apparel, footwear and skateboard manufacturer and distributer isn’t taking any risks with its staff’s mental health.

18 October 2021

innovation

Gallagher: The new insurer standards for cyber risk cover

Your business is only as cyber secure as the weakest link in your supply chain – and the enormity of this risk is changing the insurance landscape. Learn how to navigate these changes and challenges in this article from Gallagher.

15 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

AGL: Keeping the lights on for millions of Australians during COVID-19

From the pre-existing challenges facing Australia’s energy industry to the obstacles the COVID-19 pandemic has presented, AGL has continued to uphold its commitment to keeping the lights on, the gas flowing and providing reliable and affordable energy for millions of Australians.

Fast Five

11 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Recent changes to OHS and other related legislation

The Occupational Health and Safety and other Legislation Amendment Act of 2021 became law as of Wednesday 22 September. Here’s what you need to know.

06 October 2021

innovation

Fostering a sustainable procurement strategy, and planet

There was a time when profits came to the detriment of the planet. The tables have turned, and BGIS demonstrate how businesses can benefit by being conscientious global citizens.

Member Stories

03 September 2021

federal government

The seven most sought-after grants and support programs

Since the launch of the Victorian Chamber’s Grant Finder tool, hundreds of Victorian businesses have already searched for the support they need – and found it. Don’t miss out!

27 August 2021

infrastructure

The road ahead: the future of our transport network

As want for personal transport puts pressure on our roads, coupled with a shift to electric vehicles, Transurban’s latest report reveals our acceleration toward a transportation renaissance.

24 August 2021

health safety and wellbeing

What all businesses with staff at home need to know

As we continue to endure Lockdown Six from home, fewer employees are willing to leave their new routines. Here is what every employer should do to look after their employees.

19 August 2021

innovation

13cabs driven to the edge, but still moving forward

No other industry over the past 10 years has faced greater challenges than the taxi industry. Simon Purssey explains how 13cabs stayed in the drivers’ seat and navigated hazards.

Fast Five

02 August 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Calling on employees to participate in vital research

Swinburne University is calling on employees to participate in a research survey to understand how employees feel their employers are contributing to a mentally healthy workplace.

30 July 2021


innovation

The crisis isn’t COVID anymore, by Elaine Smart – Management Consultant, Senior Executive, FSI Banking at DB Results

21 December 2021

innovation

auDA Report: Positive impact of Internet dampened by cybersecurity fears

17 December 2021

health safety and wellbeing

WorkSafe Victoria introduces provisional payments to support workers with a mental injury

14 December 2021

chief executive update

All rests on our health system

25 November 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Chamber members co-fund world-first hardship support digital platform

03 November 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Five tips for self-care coming out of lockdown

19 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Globe International: asking the tough questions to support their staff’s mental health

18 October 2021

innovation

Gallagher: The new insurer standards for cyber risk cover

15 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

AGL: Keeping the lights on for millions of Australians during COVID-19

Fast Five

11 October 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Recent changes to OHS and other related legislation

06 October 2021

innovation

Fostering a sustainable procurement strategy, and planet

Member Stories

03 September 2021

federal government

The seven most sought-after grants and support programs

27 August 2021

infrastructure

The road ahead: the future of our transport network

24 August 2021

health safety and wellbeing

What all businesses with staff at home need to know

19 August 2021

innovation

13cabs driven to the edge, but still moving forward

Fast Five

02 August 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Calling on employees to participate in vital research

30 July 2021

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