Employing staff with a wide age range could boost motivation, if one expert''s words are anything to go by.

Using communications tools such as social networks is a must for employers, it has been suggested.

Employees who use social networks should receive adequate training, it has been argued.

Recent research revealed that companies appear unable to support business usage of consumer devices.

Workplaces which focus on motivation may find that their staff display a can-do attitude when they are ill.

Allowing social network usage is a popular way of keeping employees engaged - but they must be aware of safe practice.

Allowing numerous departments to contribute to employee communications can reduce HR admin burden.

UCAS points are not an adequate way of assessing Gen Y applicants, an expert has said.

Social network communication should be informal but standardised, according to one expert.

Businesses using social network sites should try to include staff from all departments in the output.