WEEKLY EDITION BY ZIHAN LYU

Welcome to your latest HRD Connect's Weekend Digest, your go-to source for the week’s top insights and updates tailored for HR professionals.

Here’s what’s inside:
◾ The case for replacing top-down DE&I with connection-led inclusion rooted in human psychology.

◾ How Arcoro is solving construction’s HR challenges with jobsite onboarding, compliance tools, and AI integration.

◾ Why menopause support must go beyond awareness campaigns—and what real policy change should look like.

EXPERT INSIGHTS

DE&I’s detour: Why good intentions backfired

Despite years of diversity training and corporate pledges, employee engagement is stagnating — with only 10% of UK workers feeling engaged. The article argues that DE&I failed by focusing on checklists over systems change, reinforcing group divisions and ignoring human connection.

Companies prioritizing psychological safety and trust outperform peers in innovation and profitability. Neuroscience shows connection—not categorization—builds inclusive cultures. Rather than mandating behaviour, organizations must foster authentic relationships to truly embed equity and belonging.

CASE STUDY

How Arcoro is Elevating HR for the Construction Industry

Arcoro’s HR platform now supports over 1.2 million construction workers, addressing labour shortages and regulatory demands.

Built for construction, it enables jobsite onboarding, OSHA compliance, and ERP integration. AI is being used for auto-generated job descriptions and back-office efficiencies.

With tech saturation and vendor fatigue rising, Arcoro is helping firms navigate system complexity with data-driven dashboards and tailored implementation plans. Its client-led roadmap ensures features directly address industry pain points.

EXPERT INSIGHTS

How to build a menopause-inclusive workplace culture

Menopause affects employees in their peak career years, yet most workplace support remains inadequate. Generic EAPs often ignore the complexity of hormonal health, leaving women without meaningful help.

This article outlines actionable solutions: embed menopause in health policies, train line managers, and offer specialist-led wellness checks.

The result? Higher retention, better performance, and a culture where health is no longer taboo. For employers, it’s a business imperative, not a wellness perk.