Training & management stories
Many firms face fines or imprisonment unless they check contractor and workplace safety under New Zealand’s new law.
A looming shortage of 25,000 workers has prompted calls to widen recruitment, as women still make up less than 4 per cent of trainees.
The push could help fill 16,000 jobs over three years as an ageing civil workforce strains to meet New Zealand's infrastructure spend.
Better risk tools and a more mature culture could help firms spot warning signs earlier and avoid costly disasters before they strike.
Mergers and acquisitions can unsettle clients, but a joint bid team can help reassure them and protect contract wins for the new company.