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Disrupting Payroll from Within: The Untapped Potential of GCCs

Everest Group

Global Capability Centers (GCCs)are playing a pivotal role in reshapingglobal enterprise operations, especially in todays fast-evolving business environment. By providing access to advanced skillsets,cutting-edge technologyexpertise, deep business acumen, and streamlined operational efficiencies, GCCs empower organizations to compete on a global scale.

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Driving Energy Trading Innovation: Wirtek Fuels Client Expansion

Wirtek

Wirtek, a trusted partner in energy technology, is proud to support a longstanding client as they embark on a major expansion into energy trading. This milestone initiative marks the launch of the clients first-ever trading platform a pivotal move in their strategic growth journey.

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Riding the Real-Time Wave: How Enterprise Demand for Payments BPS Is Poised for Growth | Blog

Everest Group

The global payments ecosystem is undergoing a seismic shift, fueled by surging customer expectations for immediacy, burgeoning regulations, and an ever-expanding array of payment channels. While much has been written about the technology side of this transformation (e.g., the real-time payments infrastructure, faster payment rails, and open banking interfaces), the Business Process Services (BPS) dimension deserves equal attention.

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The Impact of Tariffs, State by State

The Global Small Business Blog

iStock/Andreyuu The tariffs are coming. The tariffs are coming. Run as fast as you can! Not sure that will do any good. According to President Donald Trump, the sweeping U.S. tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are set to begin next week will go forward when a monthlong delay expires, Trump said Monday [2/24/25], and they will begin on time, on schedule.

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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Beyond the Hype: Unpacking the Risks Associated with Global Capability Centers (GCCs) | Blog

Everest Group

The conversation around Global Capability Centers (GCCs) often revolves around the “art of the possible”highlighting their transformative potential. However, executives now need to recognize that with great opportunities comes significant challenges. The global expansion of GCCs has never been more popular. From Davos to the Indian Governments budget, the GCC industry is finding its space across key forums.

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What Data Do E-commerce Websites Need to Secure

Vilmate

A retail business that wants to stay competitive will eventually go online. Launching an e-commerce store opens up many opportunities, but it also brings essential responsibilities. Customers trust you with their most sensitive information to get the products they want. Thats why e-commerce website owners must focus on keeping data safe, ensuring strong cybersecurity, and protecting against fraud.

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Strawberries Are Like Tomatoes

The Global Small Business Blog

2025 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. "Strawberries are like tomatoes for me; I just won't eat them year round. I'll happily wait for them to come into season, then I gorge like a brown bear eating salmon before hibernation.

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IAOP® Recognizes RAYA CX a Leader in the 2025 Global 100 Outsourcing List

Raya Contact Center

Raya CX Recognized as a Leader in IAOPs Global Outsourcing 100 for the 5th Consecutive Year Raya Customer Experience (Raya CX) is proud to be recognized as a Leader in the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals ( IAOP ) Global Outsourcing 100 list for the fifth consecutive year. This prestigious accolade reaffirms our commitment to customer experience innovation, operational excellence, and industry leadership.

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Local and expatriate perspectives on hiring in Oman

Airswift

I embarked on an exciting journey a year ago: moving to Oman. The country's beauty was breathtaking, yet understanding its job market presented a steep learning curve. Navigating this landscape meant delving into the dual challenges of local talent engagement and recruiting expatriates.

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The missing productivity ingredient: Investment in frontline talent

McKinsey & Company

Companies that give the same strategic thought to workforce investment that they do to capital investment can unleash operational excellence.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Avasant Recognized Among the 2025 Global Outsourcing 100 for Excellence in Advisory Services

Avasant

Los Angeles, CA February 17, 2025 Avasant is proud to announce its inclusion in the prestigious 2025 Global Outsourcing 100, recognizing the worlds best outsourcing service providers and advisors.

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What Are the Advantages of Hiring an Independent Contractor?

Globalization Partners

To quickly scale and carry out specialized projects, businesses often leverage the expertise of independent contractors. Lets delve into the benefits of hiring independent contractors and how an EOR can help maximize their potential.

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Technology leaders are betting on growth in 2025 – and Gen AI (DACH)

The Hackett Group

In German. New research from The Hackett Group shows that while 2024 was still largely experimental, more and more companies are now using generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) for automation and knowledge management. Source: Computerwoch The post Technology leaders are betting on growth in 2025 and Gen AI (DACH) appeared first on The Hackett Group.

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How women can steer toward growing industries and companies

McKinsey & Company

To build up their experience capital, women can pick the occupations, industries, and geographies that present the best opportunities to enhance their careers.

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Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!

What is Remote-Insourcing? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Not anymore. Remote-Insourcing isn’t outsourcing—it’s a revolutionary staffing model that lets our clients fill key entry-level positions with top-tier, loyal, long-term talent, integrated seamlessly into their businesses—just like local employees but without the turnover or W2 HR hassles. With under 3% unwanted attrition, you train once and keep the same team for years.

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Mads Greiffenberg joins Wirtek as new Chief Financial Officer

Wirtek

We are pleased to announce that Mads Greiffenberg will join Wirtek as our new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) , effective 1 June 2025.

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Maximizing the ROI of Customer Experience: Metrics, Strategies, and Best Practices

NoonDalton

When businesses evaluate success, sales and marketing ROI often take the spotlight due to their clear, measurable impact. However, customer experience (CX)the sum of all interactions a customer has with your brandplays an equally crucial role in driving profitability and long-term loyalty. Despite its undeniable influence, many business leaders struggle to quantify CX’s impact, often overlooking its vast return on investment.

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Test G-P Gia™ for Free and Transform Your HR

Globalization Partners

Last year, we unveiled G-P Gia , the worlds first AI-powered global HR compliance advisor. Since then, weve been thrilled to see how early adopters are using Gia to overcome their toughest global employment challenges.

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AI infrastructure: A new growth avenue for telco operators

McKinsey & Company

Operators could provide the backbone for todays AI economy to reignite growth. But success will hinge on effectively navigating complex market dynamics, uncertain demand, and rising competition.

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No Excuses: The Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team

Unlock the full potential of your remote team with Hubstaff’s Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team. Learn actionable strategies to build, lead, and optimize a high-performing distributed workforce. In it, you’ll learn: Proven strategies for hiring top remote talent and building a cohesive team Best practices for overcoming common remote work challenges, including communication and time management How to foster accountability and productivity with effective systems and tools Techniques for

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Essential Features of a Hospital Management System for Improved Healthcare

SPD Load

With technological advancements and new tools that simplify our lives, wasting time on repetitive tasks seems like a story from the last. The post Essential Features of a Hospital Management System for Improved Healthcare first appeared on SpdLoad.

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C# vs Java: Which One is Right for Your IT Team?

WebCreek

When it comes to.NET vs Java, the real question isnt about which language is better, but which one aligns best with your projects needs and your business goals. Both languages are powerful, reliable, and future-proof. Ultimately, your decision should be based on your projects technical requirements, your teams expertise, and your long-term vision. Whether […].

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The Insider’s Guide to Payroll Processing in India and Why it Matters

Paysquare

Managing payroll in India is more than just paying salaries on timeits about ensuring compliance with tax laws, labor regulations, and employee benefits. For businesses, a smooth payroll process helps maintain employee trust and avoids legal issues. However, with multiple deductions, statutory requirements, and evolving tax rules, payroll processing can be complex.

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Transforming telecom tech: How IT excellence drives innovation and cost efficiency

McKinsey & Company

New McKinsey benchmarking research shows what separates telecom tech leaders from laggards and how a strategic approach to IT can pay off for operators.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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A Shared, Global Movement: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

The Global Small Business Blog

iStock/melitas The conversation around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has never been more pressing, as organizations worldwide navigate complex landscapes shaped by local policies, cultural expectations, and evolving workplace demographics. It is a shared, global movement. To explore these challenges and opportunities, Seramount recently hosted a webinar titled DEI Lessons from Around the World, featuring insights from their partners at Inditex and Kellanova alongside their expanding Glo

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The Critical Role of Specialized Contact Centers in Product Recall Management

Premier BPO

Product recalls are becoming common worldwide. In 2023 alone, the United States reported 3,300 recalls across various industries, including automotive, food, medical, and consumer goods. 1 The average cost of a product recall was estimated to be over $10 million, while about 23% of recalls exceeded $30 million, and 9% surpassed $50 million. 2 Key Takeaways 1 Product recalls can cost over $10 million is your business equipped to handle them efficiently?

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Agentforce Meets Gemini: Salesforce and Google Promise to Supercharge AI-Powered Agents | Blog

Everest Group

Marking a major leap forward in artificial intelligence (AI)-driven customer engagement, Salesforce and Google have expanded their strategic partnership to integrate Googles Gemini capabilities into Agentforce. What impact will this game-changing collaboration have on the market? Lets explore. Reach out to discuss this topic in depth. The competition in the AI space is sprucing up.

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Everyday habits: How CEOs navigate their six core responsibilities

McKinsey & Company

To stay focused, productive, and motivated, leaders need to develop their own working rhythms and routines. Heres how some CEOs do it.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Confidently Incorrect – Learning, Leading, and AI

Perficient Digital Transformation

A friend recently shared a research paper from Oxford Academic about Large Language Models (LLMs) and their human-like biases. I found it fascinating. The article explains how some groups use LLMs to simulate human participants. Since these models are trained on human-generated data, they can emulate human responses across diverse psychological and behavioral experiments.

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The Future of IT Hiring: 8 Staff Augmentation Trends to Watch in 2025

Serigor Inc

In todays fast-evolving tech landscape, businesses are increasingly relying on IT staff augmentation to fill skill gaps, meet project demands, and drive innovation. As we step into 2025, staff augmentation services are being reshaped by emerging technologies, changing workforce expectations, and new business needs. Companies must stay ahead by adapting to these trends to remain competitive.

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Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI): A Game Changer in Clinical Trials | Blog

Everest Group

Artificial intelligence ( AI) is no longer just an assistantits becoming autonomous. Agentic AI, capable of self-directed decision-making, is poised to revolutionize clinical trials and healthcare delivery. While everyone is talking about AI, this space is evolving at an incredible pace. What once started as a mere assistant, automating tasks and supporting data analysis has now grown into a powerful force, transforming industries.

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Playing to win in B2B telecom

McKinsey & Company

Amid explosive demand for connectivity and digital solutions, four strategies can accelerate B2B telco growth. Knowing where and how to play will be critical.

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Case Study: How Adding an Internship Program Takes Nearshoring to The Next Level

Learn how a publically traded US fintech company elevated its nearshore strategy. By working with a strategic staffing partner in Mexico, they developed targeted internship programs at multiple universities.