Business & Industry
Workforce Transformation 2026
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The changing landscape of apprenticeships
2026 will be significant for apprenticeships, with the Government pledging to refocus opportunities on young people starting their careers while creating new apprenticeship units to better support those already in work. Over the last ten years, apprenticeships have been transformed into a skills programme that can support all ages and stages of an individual’s career,...
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Workplace change isn’t just about measuring space; it’s about understanding the experiences that happen within it
A successful office move starts with a strong strategic brief, shaped by insights and data gathered from the right stakeholders at the right time. Organisations often underestimate the challenges in moving offices. If they do, there’s a risk of outcomes falling short of expectations, advises Fleur Peck, Head of Workplace Strategy EMEA at Unispace. “Businesses...
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Why you should embed mental maintenance into every part of your business
Organisations that prioritise human wellbeing through proactive, everyday mental maintenance reduce volatility, strengthen retention, protect growth and drive competitive advantage. Workplaces are under strain, with employees feeling tired or burnt out, managers fire-fighting and digital overload causing stress and anxiety. We also spend so much time at work that the boundaries between personal and professional...
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Supporting UK businesses and the workforce with AI adoption
Skills England has also been working fast, with employers, Government, academics, AI experts and other key partners, on a new training package to help everyone capitalise. Opportunities and challenges with AI adoption For context, AI adoption could boost the economy by up to £400 billion by 2030 through enhancements in innovation and workplace productivity.1 Meanwhile, jobs...
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Build trust, drive performance
By fostering a culture of trust, leaders create a high-performance workplace that attracts and keeps top talent. For companies looking to boost talent attraction and retention, the value of workplace culture is inescapable. It’s easier to recruit — and keep – exceptional talent when you can boast an exceptional experience. Great leaders build trust, which shapes the...
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Environmental engagement drives business resilience
Environmental engagement is no longer optional. Today’s farmers face interconnected pressures that demand a more integrated, resilient approach. Rising input costs, market volatility, shifting policy frameworks, climate pressures and increasing public scrutiny are no longer separate challenges. They’re interconnected realities shaping every farm business. What makes this moment different is that productivity, profitability and environmental...
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The future of farming
The resilience of British farming remains the bedrock upon which our national food security is built. After being pushed to the absolute limit by global geopolitical shocks, price volatility, extreme weather and the threat of changes to inheritance tax, our sector proved it can stand firm against even the most punishing conditions. But for true...
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From fields to futures: backing technology to boost farm profits
From productivity to profit, innovation is transforming British farming and strengthening our food system and rural economy. Innovation must be at the heart of food and farming, providing a boost for productivity, creating profitable farms and forming the backbone of a stronger rural economy. This helps farm businesses thrive and protect food security, and also...
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Why data can be a game changer – from farm to fork
Farming is changing fast. As climate pressures grow and supply chains demand more transparency, the information generated on farms is becoming as important as soil and seed. From livestock records to soil carbon measurements, farms already hold vast amounts of data, but it often sits in disconnected systems that create more burden than benefit. Many...
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How universities are supporting student employability
The Graduate Futures Institute (formerly AGCAS) is the community for everyone contributing to careers and employability in higher education. Through our 150+ member universities, we’re shaping graduate futures, together. Founded nearly 60 years ago, we recently rebranded to reflect the realities of today’s higher education landscape. Careers services remain central to our mission, but our...