Gen Y bosses are looking to engage workers through a democratic and communicative approach, dismantling the hierarchical structures their Boomer predecessors put in place. Yet with a more pragmatic cohort just behind, they’re under pressure to turn their values into meaningful action.

Many radical decisions have transformed Chinese company Haier from a fledgling refrigerator maker to the world’s top appliance manufacturer. The latest? Unleashing the power of its 80,000-strong workforce by fostering ‘intrapreneurship’ or allowing individual employees to act as micro-entrepreneurs.

The stress of job-hunting peaks at the interview stage, when applicants worry about every detail of their appearance, the words they speak, and body language. HireVue uses AI to streamline recruitment and make it easier for people to show their potential.

Companies may strive to be at the forefront of office space innovation by introducing ping-pong tables or nap pods, but employees appreciate something a lot more functional. How can AI, VR, and wearables be harnessed in the service of a happier, more productive workforce?