Knowledge Base for Progress

Yes we do! We have online training courses available at the Human in Progress Academy. Browse all courses ›

The Human in Progress Academy offers a wide range of courses covering various topics for Works Councils, CEOs, Management teams and HR professionals. Please refer to the Academy for a complete list of available courses.

Courses are presented by highly qualified and experienced trainers who have a practical approach and excellent knowledge of transnational issues.

The effectiveness of the course is measured and evaluated in several ways, depending on your goals and objectives.

• Pre and post-course material: Before the course and after, participants receive documentation with links and tools to measure the extent of knowledge or skills gained during the course.
• Survey: Feedback is collected from participants through our survey to measure the effectiveness of the course and to identify areas for improvement.
• Follow-up training and support: After the course, our Academy Team is offering guidance. If a more extensive study of questions and advice is required, HR Services or Works Council Consulting is offered by us. Additional courses, programmes and workshops can be also conducted as part of your learning path, to reinforce the skills learned during the initial course.

Yes. We review and develop HR policies and processes to support you establish consistent ways of working, clarify responsibilities and address operational gaps. The scope can cover a specific process or the wider employee life cycle.

HR Consulting is more strategic and advisory in nature, providing expert guidance and solutions for complex HR challenges and goals on an as needed basis. HR Support Plan is a great solution for small to mid-size companies who need support on a recurring daily to monthly basis regarding the strategic and day-to-day operational tasks. Both services play crucial roles in supporting organisations’ HR needs, but they differ in their scope, focus, and expertise.

Our HR Services are beneficial for organisations of all sizes. If your organisation is a start-up, scale-up or a large corporation, we can provide valuable insights, expertise, and support to help you navigate HR and Works Council challenges and optimise your HR practices.

There are several ways as Works Council to get informed and enhance your knowledge and skills.

• Courses: The Human in Progress Academy offers Works Council courses at various levels. Browse Courses ›
• Insights: Works Council Insights is our blog category with published stories and tools to succeed as a member of the Works Councils:
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• Works Council Consulting: We offer Works Council consulting to support Works Councils. Read about the Works Council Services ›

The rules concerning staff representation are described in the Dutch Works Councils Act. We have published an article, including the history of the Works Councils Act and the link to the Dutch version and English translation. Read more ›

Yes. We work with international companies, including organisations with operations in the Netherlands and headquarters in Finland, the United Kingdom, the United States and Australia. Through remote HR Services and our Academy, we support local teams and international headquarters align their HR strategy, policies and processes.

Yes. We only provide HR Services and Academy training remotely, giving your organisation access to expertise wherever in the worlds or city your team is based.

Since 2009, we have partnered with organisations ranging from start-ups and scale-ups to multinational enterprises across the Netherlands, Europe, UK, US, and Australia. We work with CEOs, executives, HR teams and Works Councils across four industries:

1. Tech & Digital Transformation
2. Life Sciences
3. Manufacturing & Engineering
4. Sustainability & Environmental Impact

Yes. We offer monthly HR Support plan support and Works Council services, giving you access to guidance and expertise. For specific HR projects or advice, our HR Consulting Services may offer support tailored to your needs.

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your organisation, Works Council or HR priorities and the support you need. Together, we will explore which service or Academy course best fits your situation. Schedule a Free Consultation ›