Latest CIPD research

The CIPD carries out research on a wide range of topics affecting work and working lives. Read the latest research reports, survey reviews and guidance on developing skills, working lives, people analytics, workforce planning and corporate transparency.

In a Nutshell articles

What actually works in reducing workplace prejudice?

This comprehensive study draws on insights from hundreds of large-scale experiments to identify the most effective ways of reducing prejudice and discrimination at work. Essential reading for anyone interested in building more inclusive workplaces.

Read the review for CIPD members

Reports

Flexible working, teleworking and diversity

Examine the evidence behind the claim that flexible working arrangements support inclusion and diversity

Reports

Flexible working: lessons from the pandemic

From the 'nature' of the work to the design of work: based on case studies and research into enforced flexible working measures during COVID-19, this report outlines strategies to make a success of hybrid working

Reports

Talking about voice: insights from case studies

An in-depth look at how some organisations have developed and run employee voice mechanisms

Reports

Impact of COVID-19 on the L&D profession

Our report reveals the lessons learnt by L&D professionals as they adapted their practices in response to the pandemic

Reports

Employee resilience: an evidence review

Our research explores the meaning of employee resilience and the key factors that protect or reinforce resilience

Reports

Reward management survey

Explore the seventeenth reward management survey through six key themes, and review the key findings, recommendations and implications for practitioners

Previous reports

Take a look at other recently published reports or go to the Knowledge hub and see all reports.

Guides

Flexible working: lessons from the pandemic: Practical guides

Based on case studies and research into enforced flexible working measures during COVID-19, these guides offer advice for people professionals and line managers on making a success of hybrid working