adapt your talent strategies.

Unsure how to adapt your talent strategies during the COVID-19 emergency? We have curated best practice examples from employers and advice from leading health authorities around the world to help you effectively respond to the current challenging environment. From examples of how companies are leading in the fight to protect their workers, to expert advice on how you should communicate with talent on an ongoing basis, we’ve created a database of curated content that will be updated regularly during the pandemic crisis. Our best practices library also includes original content authored by Randstad thought leaders and valued technology partners on steps you can take to minimize disruption to your business.

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  • Harvard Business Review: 8 Questions Employers Should Ask About Coronavirus

    This epidemic is a wake-up call for companies to carefully review the strategies, policies and procedures they have in place to protect employees, customers, and operations in this and future epidemics. Here are eight questions that companies should ask as they prepare for — and respond to — the spread of the virus. Read here.

  • Harvard Business Review: What Are Companies’ Legal Obligations Around Coronavirus?

    With the rapid global spread of coronavirus, companies should focus first and foremost on employee safety. And as they’re reviewing their strategies, policies, and procedures, many leaders are specifically wondering about their legal risk. Not having adequate communicable-illness policies and response plans could expose them to a laundry list of HR-related legal concerns. Read here.

  • SHRM: As Coronavirus Spreads, Prepare Infectious-Disease Plans

    Many organizations, particularly multinationals, have infectious-disease management plans, but the majority do not. Companies need emergency teams headed by a coronavirus coordinator and a cross-functional team that includes HR, legal and information technology. Read here.

  • Reuters: Bored at home - coronavirus helps headhunters locate candidates, delays deals

    Online video interviews increasingly being used by major recruiters seem to be the perfect answer to the disruption caused by coronavirus, but there is a catch: many senior-level positions still require a face-to-face meeting before the final handshake. Read here.

  • Fast Company: How HR leaders are preparing for the Coronavirus

    If you’re considering what route your company might take—or if you’re an employee trying to predict how your employer might respond to a potential escalation of the virus—here are some specific resources and steps other companies are taking. Read here.

  • Everest: Beyond Hand Sanitizer: Mitigating Business Impact and Uncovering the Positive | Webinar

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  • World Health Organization (WHO)

    Official information and guidance regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Read here.

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