California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order requiring California state agencies to implement a four-day in-person workweek starting July 1, citing improved collaboration, innovation and accountability. Newsom has previously called for at least two in-person workdays.

Inclusive recruiting is crucial for businesses to drive innovation and success, writes Roy Dekel, CEO of Setschedule. Companies like Microsoft and PepsiCo have demonstrated the benefits of diverse teams, including better decision-making and performance. Businesses can implement inclusive hiring by revamping job descriptions, expanding sourcing and training managers on bias awareness, Dekel writes.

Performance reviews are crucial for managers to assess employee achievements, challenges, and career aspirations, fostering open communication and professional growth. Trainer and executive coach Paul Bramson outlines five questions managers can ask to assess how employees feel about their work and help align their goals with organizational objectives.

Employers are increasingly maintaining and expanding inclusive benefits such as fertility care, with nearly 70% planning to improve family health benefits in the next few years, according to a Maven report. This trend persists despite political shifts, as companies recognize fertility benefits as crucial for talent attraction and retention.

HR departments handle sensitive data, such as Social Security numbers and medical records, and the increasing digitalization of processes has made this data a prime target for cybercriminals. Zero-trust security, which requires continuous authentication and authorization, is becoming essential for HR data management, especially in the age of remote employees, writes Marc Berman.