Kategorie: Safecall Nachrichten
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Digital evidence in workplace investigations – your top questions answered
Our Behind the Screens webinar sparked a wave of thoughtful questions from attendees – ranging from legal nuances to practical dilemmas. In this final blog of the series, we’re spotlighting some of the most frequently asked questions and sharing insights from our expert panel: Christine Young, Jim Vint, and Tim Smith. Can deleted WhatsApp messages…
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Policies, proportionality & practical tips for managing digital evidence
As digital communications become central to workplace investigations, organisations must move beyond reactive responses and build proactive frameworks. In our Behind the Screens webinar, the panel shared practical strategies for managing digital evidence responsibly – balancing legal compliance, employee privacy, and investigative integrity. Why policies matter more than ever Christine Young, Partner at Herbert Smith…
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From reporting to resolution – why investigations must inspire trust
Encouraging employees to report misconduct is a vital first step – but it’s not enough. What happens next is just as important. If employees don’t trust that their concerns will be taken seriously, investigated thoroughly, and lead to meaningful change, the entire reporting process loses credibility. Safecall’s The Employee Voice report reveals a troubling trust…
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Ephemeral messaging – a forensic nightmare or a manageable risk?
In the digital age, not all messages are meant to last. Ephemeral messaging tools – like WhatsApp, Signal, and Snapchat – are designed to disappear, offering users privacy and convenience. But for investigators, these platforms present a unique challenge: how do you preserve, verify, and interpret messages that were never meant to be permanent? During…
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Who’s least likely to speak up? The answer might surprise you
One of the most revealing insights from The Employee Voice is that confidence to report misconduct isn’t evenly spread across the workforce. While many employees say they know what to do if they witness wrongdoing, the data shows that younger employees and remote workers are significantly less likely to feel confident, informed, or supported when…
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Privacy vs. transparency – legal considerations in digital evidence
As digital communications become central to workplace investigations, organisations face a growing challenge: how to balance the need for transparency with the legal rights to privacy. In our recent webinar, Behind the Screens, legal expert Christine Young and digital forensics specialist Jim Vint unpacked the complex legal landscape surrounding WhatsApp, Signal, and other messaging platforms.…
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Are line managers ready to hear the hard stuff?
In workplaces across the UK, line managers are the first port of call when employees witness misconduct. According to The Employee Voice report by Safecall, 50% of employees say they would report concerns to their line manager before anyone else – including HR, senior leadership, or independent whistleblowing services. This statistic is both encouraging and…
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The rise of off-channel communications – what investigators need to know
In today’s workplace, conversations don’t just happen in meeting rooms or over email. Increasingly, they unfold across WhatsApp, Signal, Snapchat, and other messaging platforms – many of which are outside the traditional corporate ecosystem. This shift has profound implications for how organisations conduct workplace investigations. During our recent webinar, Behind the Screens: Navigating WhatsApp, Email…
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Building a speak up culture: what it really takes
Most organisations say they want employees to speak up. Many have policies, reporting systems, and training in place. But as The Employee Voice reveals, the reality is more complex – and more urgent. Based on insights from over 2,000 employees across sectors, the report uncovers a troubling disconnect between what organisations think they’ve built and…
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Frauen, die zielgerichtet führen: Joanna Lewis und die Kraft ethischer Führung
Letzte Woche konnte Safecall eine bemerkenswerte Leistung feiern: Joanna Lewis, die Geschäftsführerin, wurde bei den 2025 National Business Women's Awards mit drei bedeutenden Auszeichnungen geehrt: Joannas Anerkennung ist ein starker Beweis für ihre visionäre Führung und den wachsenden Einfluss von Frauen in der Wirtschaft. Die Preisverleihung brachte inspirierende Frauen aus ganz Großbritannien zusammen,...
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Warum Mitarbeiter schweigen: Förderung einer "Speak Up"-Kultur
Warum Mitarbeiter kein Fehlverhalten melden... und warum das wichtig ist Einleitung: Warum Mitarbeiter schweigen Am heutigen Arbeitsplatz kann Schweigen lauter sein als Worte. Trotz jahrzehntelanger Fortschritte bei der Förderung von "speak up"-Kulturen, Compliance-Rahmenwerken und Whistleblowing-Richtlinien entscheiden sich viele Mitarbeiter immer noch nicht dafür, Fehlverhalten zu melden, wenn sie es sehen. Ob es sich um Mobbing, Diskriminierung, unsichere Praktiken,...