All People articles – Page 24

  • Features

    Sleeping with the enemy

    2001-06-12T00:00:00Z

    Shareholders are about to flex their muscles and gain real power, predicts Leon Pein.

  • Features

    Fighting off predators

    2001-06-12T00:00:00Z

    The immediate reaction of most managements to a takeover approach is negative. Sue Copeman discusses strategies for fighting a hostile bid.

  • Features

    Health, safety and reputation

    2001-06-12T00:00:00Z

    A recent survey shows that health and safety issues have a significant influence on corporate reputation. Neville Purvis believes companies should take a positive approach.

  • Analysis

    Kidnapping: New record in 1999

    2001-06-06T00:00:00Z

    Worldwide kidnaps for ransom reached a record peak in 1999, according to a survey by specialist insurer, the Hiscox Group.

  • Features

    Managing Absenteeism

    2001-06-06T00:00:00Z

    Soraya Clements gives advice on cutting the costs of absence.<

  • Analysis

    Lone workers vulnerable

    2001-06-06T00:00:00Z

    Lone public sector workers often face greater risks of personal injury than people working in more obviously hazardous industries like North Sea oil.