Research and reports
By exploring topical themes and trends, our research and reports provide key insights, perspectives and takeaways relating to the changing world of work.
Leading research on the future of work
Led by our academic faculty, our business-focused research and reports cover a breadth of industries and geographies.
Often working in collaboration with industry partners or non-governmental institutions, our projects are designed to have real impact, lead to positive change and drive innovation.
Focus impact areas
Our experienced faculty contribute their thoughts and time to a wealth of content and opportunities, focusing on key issues affecting businesses and individuals today.
- Ethnicity, diversity and inclusion
- Leadership
- AI and digital
- Flexible working
- Sustainability
Through this breadth of resources we support organisations and individuals to keep up with the latest trends and insights affecting their daily working lives.
The AI High: Feeling optimistic but overwhelmed
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become part of daily life. But when it comes to its impact on work, how do people really feel? To find out, we surveyed over 4,000 full-time workers from across the UK about their attitudes and aspirations towards AI in the workplace. This report outlines the survey findings and insights from our experts to support businesses navigate an evolving landscape.
World of Work projects
Leadership Futures: Advancing into Industry 5.0
Get ready to lead in Industry 5.0. In this series, Henley experts reveal how to drive positive change in a new era of human-machine collaboration.
The Omniployment Era
Why do people apply for and stay in a job? We asked 3,000 full-time professionals and their responses revealed a workforce with split expectations. How can businesses attract and retain talent from this segmented workforce?
The Four-Day Week
The pandemic has made a four-day working week more attractive to workers and businesses. Too good to be true? Not according to our research.
Privacy Ltd.
Privacy is core to being human. It enables our rights and freedoms. But what happens when it is threatened? Our film, Privacy Ltd., explores the implications of AI and facial recognition in society, with input from academics and industry.
The Equity Effect
Racial equity is not a separate conversation but essential to organisational success. So why does racial inequity still exist in British workplaces? Our research uncovers some of the barriers and challenges.
Mental Health First Aid England
In our complex and dynamic business environment, it is critical that organisations foster inclusivity, belonging, and psychologically safe workplaces.
Research at the World of Work Institute
