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Fractured Alliance feels like a new Command and Conquer, inspired by Red Alert 2
- Fractured Alliance is an upcoming RTS game inspired by Command and Conquer and Red Alert 2.
- The game aims to capture the simplicity and easy mechanics of Command and Conquer.
- The newly revealed skirmish map in Fractured Alliance is a direct nod to Red Alert 2.
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Honkai Star Rail current banner, next banner, and more
- The current and next Honkai Star Rail banners are part of the 2.7 update.
- The banner system allows players to trade in Star Rail passes for chances to pull Honkai Star Rail characters.
- It can be difficult to decide whether to go all-in on the current banner or wait for the next one.
- The banner schedule includes characters from the 2.7 update and future updates.
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Karnataka transport employees to launch indefinite protest over pending dues
- Karnataka transport employees to launch indefinite protest over pending dues
- The Karnataka State Road Transport Employees Joint Action Committee is set to begin a state-wide indefinite protest on 31 December.
- The protest aims to address long-pending dues and demands related to employee welfare and financial arrears.
- The demonstration will impact transportation services across the state.
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Why this ex-Google exec always asks about candidates' 'life before their resume
- Jennifer Dulski, CEO of Rising Team and former Google and Facebook leader, prioritizes learning about candidates' lives before their resumes during interviews.
- She seeks qualities like adaptability, creativity, and ambition, which she believes are evident in early life experiences. Asking candidates to "tell me about your life before your resume" often reveals stories of entrepreneurial spirit, problem-solving, or innate curiosity—traits that translate into workplace success.
- Dulski emphasizes understanding the person behind the professional achievements, as natural drive and resilience in life often mirror workplace behavior. This unique approach helps her identify candidates who can thrive on her team.
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Bayer's CEO said budgets represent the worst of corporate bureaucracy. He decided to turn the process on its head.
- Bayer's CEO Bill Anderson overhauled the company's budget system by introducing 90-day cycles to reduce bureaucracy and improve operational performance.
- The company reorganizes teams every 90 days and has also cut 5,500 managerial positions as part of its restructuring approach.
- Anderson replaced annual budget discussions with 90-day cycles, while managers discuss the goals, resource usage, and focus areas.
- The new operating model, called 'Dynamic Shared Ownership', aims to reduce hierarchies, eliminate bureaucracy, streamline structures, and speed up the decision-making process.
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Polymers Made of Difficulties: Opportunities Don’t Exist in Nature
- In the uncertain landscape of modern business, architects of solutions play a crucial role in transforming difficulties into pathways.
- The market is not filled with neatly laid-out opportunities, but rather with blocks of difficulties that clients struggle to piece together.
- The art of solution architecture lies in crafting coherent structures that lead clients to believe they have discovered the solution themselves.
- Effective SaaS offerings go beyond technical problem-solving and function as narrative devices that provide clarity and control amidst chaos.
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MTNL introduces VRS to slash workforce and reduce cost
- Mahanagar Telephone Nigam (MTNL) has introduced a Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) to reduce its workforce and cut employee costs.
- The scheme targets employees aged 45 and above, including both executives and non-executives, and is part of MTNL's strategy to streamline operations.
- MTNL has been struggling with a massive debt burden of over Rs 31,000 crore and aims to make the organization leaner and reduce its wage bill.
- The introduction of VRS comes amid ongoing financial challenges, but sources suggest a potential revival plan may help the company avoid going to the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for resolution.
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Assam cabinet approves major initiatives for employment and governance
- The Assam Cabinet has approved the Assam International Skill Centre (AISC) to facilitate overseas placement for skilled workers from Assam.
- The AISC aims to create an organized pathway for securing international employment and aligning the state's workforce with global labor market needs.
- The Cabinet also approved a monthly remuneration of Rs 9,000 for gaon pradhans, who play a critical role in governance at the village-level.
- These initiatives reflect Assam's commitment to youth employment, global opportunities, and fair compensation for grassroots leaders.
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OCBC Group announces $1,000 payout for junior employees
- OCBC Group is providing a $1,000 payout to around 4,000 junior employees in Singapore.
- This payout is part of OCBC's commitment to supporting employee well-being amidst high living costs.
- The payout follows a similar initiative earlier in 2023 and is part of a larger $7.5 million global support plan.
- OCBC's strong financial performance enables such measures, with a 9% rise in net profit in Q3 2024.
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Personalized Customer Strategy in Healthcare in the Age of AI
- Personalized health care is a patient-centered strategy tailoring healthcare services to individual patient needs and aims to provide more efficient and effective healthcare. Early diagnosis and treatment and customized care and access to the best possible care promise to help patients stay in the comfort of their homes AI-powered tools and technologies integrate across numerous data sources, give a unified view of the patient, and anticipate patient needs through communication on multiple touch-points that include websites, mobile apps, and email campaigns. AI can take a person-centric approach to delivering technology-enabled healthcare services and solutions and on-demand access to key healthcare information for each individual.
- The use of AI in personalizing customer experiences within healthcare offers several opportunities for providers to meet patient needs more effectively. AI algorithms can automate administrative tasks and facilitate seamless communication among a care team, leading to improved patient outcomes. AI can reduce reliance on costly interventions and hospital admissions by preventing unnecessary procedures with accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations resulting in huge cost savings for both healthcare providers and payors.
- Despite the many potential benefits of integrating AI into healthcare, there are several ethical issues, including data privacy and security, algorithmic bias, and transparency and explainability of AI. Ethics-related issues such as bias in algorithms, privacy concerns, and the ability of AI to make decisions inconsistent with human values all require bolstered considerations and support.
- Incorporating AI into healthcare practices provides several benefits including optimized healthcare operations, improved communication between healthcare providers and patients, and improved patient outcomes. Challenges include the need to be compliant with privacy regulations and the challenges of integrating the new technology with pre-existing healthcare structures.
- To mitigate ethical risks associated with AI, healthcare providers and policy framers must establish explicit ethical guidelines in developing AI. AI systems must comply with data anonymization, and developers must rigorously monitor AI systems for algorithmic bias to promote algorithmic equity. Regular dialogue must take place among healthcare providers, AI developers, and policymakers regarding ethical issues and responsible dissemination of AI throughout the healthcare industry.
- AI can improve personalized healthcare services by analyzing patient data and developing customized recommendations for treatment. AI can automate administrative tasks, streamline workflows, and provide more accurate and efficient diagnoses, leading to increased efficiency, cost savings, and patient satisfaction. AI will aid in the evolution of healthcare toward becoming more patient-centric, efficient, and effective.
- Several healthcare companies successfully using AI-powered tools and technologies include Kaiser Permanente, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and Siemens Healthineers. These AI examples demonstrate significant success in providing more personalized patient care and improving patient outcomes through innovative AI-driven solutions.
- The ability of healthcare providers to adapt, address challenges and embrace the opportunities provided by AI will enable the healthcare industry to evolve significantly and meet patient needs more effectively. AI-powered tools will further improve personalized healthcare services, making patient experiences even more interactive and efficient.
- AI's use in healthcare is expected to continue being incorporated into various health-related sectors such as drug discovery and development. Future breakthroughs and advances can be expected in personalized patient treatment options and AI-powered engagement tools. As AI continues to evolve, the potential benefits provided by personalized healthcare are seemingly limitless.
- Additional challenges include regulatory compliance and customers' trust in the use of AI in healthcare. Ethical guidelines should be established to address privacy concerns and algorithmic bias prevalent in AI implementation in healthcare while ensuring that customers understand how these AI systems arrive at their recommendations. AI in healthcare offers numerous opportunities towards realizing the full potential of personalized customer strategy, thereby shaping a future wherein healthcare will be more patient-centric, efficient and effective.
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Razorpay celebrates 10 years with ESOPs for each employee
- Razorpay celebrates its 10th anniversary by allocating Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) worth Rs 1 lakh to every current employee.
- ESOPs are seen as a significant wealth creation tool in the startup ecosystem.
- This marks the first-ever ESOP allocation for many Razorpay employees.
- The company aims to reward the hard work and dedication of its team and foster a culture of ownership.
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The flavour of success: How Bikaji balances tradition and transformation
- Bikaji Foods International, known for its authentic Indian snacks and sweets, is blending traditional values with modern HR practices to attract, develop, and retain talent.
- The company navigates talent shortages in tier-two and tier-three cities by defining success profiles for each role and attracting diverse talent pools.
- Upskilling efforts at Bikaji are expanding, with plans to launch comprehensive training modules and e-learning platforms.
- Bikaji's tailored and inclusive employee value proposition (EVP) includes adapting cost structures and benefits packages to local markets and prioritizing internal promotions and employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
- Bikaji leverages technology for HR transformation, automating HR functions and exploring AI tools for candidate screening and sentiment analysis.
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What’s more important—working with people or using tech?
- A survey by Unstop reveals that both HR professionals and members of Gen Z believe that working with people is more important than using technology.
- Gen Z believes that while technology is important, soft skills and the ability to work with people cannot be eliminated.
- They argue that AI was developed by humans and requires human intervention and instructions to function properly.
- The survey also highlights that technical/domain-specific skills, data and AI skills, analytical skills, and teamwork and collaboration are in high demand for dream roles.
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Joy Banerjee appointed head-HR & admin, CDSL
- Joy Banerjee has joined Central Depository Services (CDSL) as head-human resources and administration.
- He brings over five years of experience from IL&FS and has expertise in various HR operations.
- In his new role, he will be responsible for employee engagement, talent management, and culture building.
- Joy Banerjee's appointment is expected to be a valuable addition to CDSL.
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115 TISS faculty members get contracts extended till March
- 115 faculty members of Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) have had their contracts extended till March 2025.
- These faculty members were appointed under projects funded by the Tata Education Trust (TET) and were selected through a rigorous process.
- Earlier this year, some faculty members were dismissed due to lack of funds, but the dismissal order was withdrawn and funding was extended till the end of this year.
- A sustainability committee has been formed to find long-term solutions for the projects.
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