PwC US has carried out HR Tech Survey 2022. We believe that MindLink.lv subscribers, too, might be interested in its findings, as they relate to one of the traditional corporate processes – human resources (HR), or more precisely, investing in HR technologies. HR technologies in this article mean IT systems that enable the recording of HR processes, such as vacations, time sheets, training courses, hiring and firing. The survey interviewed 688 HR leaders, who answered questions about their technology challenges and achievements. The full survey is unfortunately restricted to the US market, but a summary offering many valuable insights is available here. This article explores what we see as key findings.

A board member’s liability covers many activities and may have various consequences, such as financial compensation, cash recovery, a ban on the conduct of business, and even a criminal penalty. This article explores areas where the board member may be held liable and looks at ways to mitigate this risk.

The Accounting Act and the Cabinet of Ministers’ Rule No. 877 came into force on 1 January 2022. Because no transition period is allowed for the new requirements, this article again highlights key changes affecting the CEO’s duties and responsibility for adopting control system rules that must be described in the company’s accounting policy.