news from CMI

2009

Managers put staff first for 2010

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Thu, 17/12/2009 - 00:00

As we look forward to 2010 individuals are telling us that their focus, next year, will be on staff. There is clear recognition that employee engagement is the key to future success.

Private, Public and Third Sector Recognise Innovation as Key to Success

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Mon, 14/12/2009 - 00:00

A new report published today by the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts (NESTA) shows that the recession has prompted organisations to make innovation a priority to meet the demands of an increasingly competitive marketplace and return them on a path to growth.

CMI welcomes pre-Budget Report

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Wed, 09/12/2009 - 00:00

In today's pre-Budget Report, the Chancellor announced measures designed to stimulate education and training amongst the under 24s. Whilst welcoming the move to boost skills amongst new entrants to the job market, the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) believes that we need a radical new approach to skills development to meet the economic, social and political challenges facing Britain.

Employers face disengaged workforce by going ‘cold turkey’ at Christmas

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Mon, 07/12/2009 - 00:00

In the wake of a report commissioned by the Government, blaming the UK’s business leaders for low levels of staff engagement*, employers are being warned not to use the recession as an excuse for failing to acknowledge the efforts of their employees. The warning comes as new figures released by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) show that two thirds (65 per cent) of managers across the UK believe that Christmas parties are important in helping to improve employee engagement.

UK businesses lack motivation to go green

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Wed, 02/12/2009 - 00:00

With the great, the good and the powerful gathering in Copenhagen to discuss climate change, emission targets and the low-carbon economy are at the forefront of public consciousness. However, worrying new figures from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) reveal that the same cannot be said for UK organisations and their managers, a mere 16 per cent of whom intend to make addressing the environmental impact of their organisation a priority for 2010*.

Half of workers quit jobs due to bad management

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Tue, 10/11/2009 - 00:00

Better Managed Britain campaign launched to bring about skills transformation

Coaching & mentoring skills to be rolled out across the UK

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Thu, 29/10/2009 - 00:00

Senior executives across the UK are set to benefit from a suite of qualifications developed by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), recognised by Ofqual. Launched today, the new range of qualifications have been created in response to research and consultation showing that the majority of employees want to develop their skills with a support network of coaches and mentors.

Sellafield managers outstanding management and leadership skills honoured

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Fri, 16/10/2009 - 00:00

David Dunn, Business Improvement Manager for Sellafield Ltd’s Central Improvement Team has been awarded the accolade of CMI’s National Chartered Manager of the Year. The award recognises David’s exceptional leadership and management credentials and was presented to him last night (15th October) by CMI’s chief executive, Ruth Spellman OBE at the CMI Gold Medal dinner in London.

Shell shocked managers feel the pressure of recovery

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Wed, 14/10/2009 - 00:00

CMI's Economic Outlook report identifies trends and predictions in the marketplace, calling on Government to take firmer action to help managers and employers on the road to recovery.

Royal Mail strike action – reaction from CMI

Submitted by Mike Petrook CMgr MCMI on Tue, 13/10/2009 - 00:00

Blaming management for the problems is too easy an option, but there needs to be a management and leadership revolution if the UK is to meet the economic and political challenges it currently faces.

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