Local Government Communications

Achieving Change in HR

In a challenging economic climate, the number of staff employed by councils is likely to shrink. There will be more joint, and mobile working and councils will need to find new ways to manage, motivate and engage their staff. But what are the best tools to meet the changing needs of local government staff, employees, and potential candidates? And how can HR teams keep up with the fast-evolving digital age?

It all starts with communication. Communication within any successful HR department needs to flow easily and tick like clockwork. Good communication helps staff work more responsively and collaboratively with colleagues, partners and customers. HR teams need an all-inclusive communications platform that catapult productivity and speed up workflow. Communication tools can help HR teams to be more flexible and more accountable. Communication becomes more fluid, bringing efficiency, collaboration and agility.

• Support behaviour change so staff can deliver services effectively
• Manage and explore a range of communications channels so colleagues have the opportunity to have their views heard and responded to
• Extend their range of influence beyond the traditional HR relationship