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Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

In today's challenging business environment it is not enough to have an essential skill‐set because the skills needed to remain competitive change so rapidly. Therefore, when recruiting employees it is important to evaluate candidates for their aptitude for learning, as well as for their current knowledge and skills. Learning on the job has always been an implicit part of any business; today, the need for life‐long learning has become much more explicit. Companies that foster a culture of continuous training and development will have the competitive edge in the modern knowledge‐based business world.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to digest format.

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