Tag: featured
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The Role of AI in Managing Risk in Frontline Industries
Frontline industries like shipping, manufacturing, aviation, and energy deal with some of the most challenging work environments. Safety, efficiency, and operational continuity are crucial, and the stakes are high when these areas aren’t managed effectively. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changer in these industries, providing new ways to identify risks, prevent accidents, and…
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Drop the Weight: A Joint Effort for a Lighter Life
Picture this: you’re walking up a flight of stairs, not particularly long or steep, but today you’re carrying a heavy backpack. Each step feels harder, your knees ache with the strain, and the weight is relentless. Now imagine this isn’t just for a day—it’s every day. The “backpack” is extra weight on your body, and…
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On-Demand Support: A Game Changer for Safety-Critical Operations
In industries like aviation, healthcare, transportation, and nuclear power, every decision counts. The pressure is high, the stakes are critical, and the margin for error is razor thin. Individuals in these fields are tasked with roles where even the smallest mistake can lead to catastrophic outcomes. The mental and physical toll of these positions is…
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Mental Health at Work: Building a ‘Listen Up’ culture
By BYF Psychology Team Mental health in the workplace is a topic that we’ve been hearing a lot about lately. No doubt, we’ve come a long way, collectively in advocating, and spreading awareness about its significance. A mental health concern is more accepted in today’s workplace as opposed to a decade ago, and that in…
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The War Within: How Autoimmunity Mirrors Our Emotional Struggles (Part 2)
Autoimmune diseases are becoming increasingly common, with the immune system mistakenly attacking healthy cells as if they were enemies. This reflects the emotional battle many of us fight – a constant struggle with our own expectations, guilt, and self-criticism. The Weight of Expectations We live in a time where perfection and productivity are prized above…
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Autoimmunity: A Mystery Unsolved (Part 1)
Autoimmune diseases have long puzzled both doctors and patients. They occur when the body’s immune system, designed to protect us from invaders like bacteria and viruses, mistakenly attacks its own cells. It’s as if our internal defense system has gone rogue, waging a war against us. But why does this happen? The answer isn’t simple—it…
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World Maritime Day 2024: Safety First!
By Pratap Pudi VP Business Operations & Quality Management What is World Maritime Day? World Maritime Day is a United Nations observance day that was first celebrated on 17 March 1978 to mark the 20th anniversary of the IMO Convention’s entry into force, which established the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) as a specialized agency of…
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The Guilt Trap: Let’s break free!
Imagine this.. You settle into the cosy corner of the café, waiting for your black coffee when suddenly, the door to indulgence creaks open before you. From the corner of your eye, you spot the waiter carrying a sizzling plate—the chocolate brownie sizzler—to the table next to you. The sound of the sizzle reaches your…
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Goals win matches in football. At work, speaking up makes you a winner!
If you are a football fan, this one’s for you! Imagine yourself in a packed stadium, just moments away from scoring the winning goal! What do you do? You take the shot, you score, and the stadium erupts in celebration! That is the decisive action that wins matches. Believe it or not, the same energy…
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Breaking the Silence: The Power of Open Conversations
By BYF Psychology Team The WHO stated that we lose more than 720,000 people to suicide every year. In a world where mental health stigma often silences those who need help the most, it’s crucial to shine a light on how we can make a difference. Fostering open, honest conversations on topics surrounding mental health…