Human Resources - Autumn 2024
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Navigating change: Transforming workplaces, empowering people
Change has become a defining feature of modern workplaces. From economic pressures and public sector reform to AI-driven disruption and workforce transformation, HR professionals are increasingly at the centre of organisational change.
The Autumn 2024 issue of Human Resources magazine explores how HR can lead change with clarity, integrity and a strong human focus across Aotearoa.
What’s in this issue
This issue brings together practical insight and expert guidance, including:
- Change management leadership from Digby Scott on mastering the art of hosting through transformation
- Leanne Holdsworth on humanising workplaces during change
- Insights from PwC’s Workforce Consulting Practice on navigating transformational change
- Reflections from HRNZ Chief Executive Nick McKissack on managing change authentically
- Employment law guidance from Jack Rainbow on getting offers of employment right
- A case law review from David Burton examining redundancy and restructuring risk
- Research insights from the HRNZ Academic Branch Committee
- Coverage of the 2024 NZ HR Awards and sector excellence
Why this matters for HR professionals
As organisations respond to cost pressures, policy shifts and technological disruption, HR professionals are often responsible for both designing and implementing change.
This issue highlights the importance of authenticity, ethical leadership and sound process in navigating restructuring, transformation and workforce uncertainty. It reinforces HR’s responsibility to balance organisational performance with fairness, trust and wellbeing.
Supporting professional practice
Articles in this issue align with The Path, HRNZ’s Capability Framework, particularly across the Leads, Shapes and Delivers domains, helping practitioners build confidence and capability in managing change effectively.
Read the full issue
The Autumn 2024 issue of Human Resources magazine is available digitally and free to access.
