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Is the HR Accountable for Mass Layoffs?

Keka HR Blog

Ultimately, embracing remote work and asynchronous communication is a great way for companies to not only reduce costs but also increase productivity,” Syed Balkhi , a marketeer and founder of WPBeginne r, told Forbes. Sure, remote work can boost productivity. What metrics should we use to determine whether our actions are effective?

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Need Budget Approval for Your HR Initiative? These CFOs Have Tips for Getting the Green Light 

15Five

This is nothing like 2008 [or other previous recessions], but it is a slowdown, so that means pencils are sharper,” he said. CFOs must determine if and when it makes financial sense to invest in internal functions (like HR) and when to prioritize spending on products and services that make the company more desirable in the market.

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How People Analytics Delivers Financial Impact [New Report]

Visier

These are the employee lifecycle activities from hiring to retention, as well as organizational effectiveness activities from optimizing planning to optimizing productivity. . The 2008 economic downturn showed that during a recession, revenue growth is replaced by profit sustainability and for some, profit growth.

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Company News: Talmetrix Acquires Seattle-Based Critical Metrics

Talmetrix

Talmetrix Acquires Seattle-Based Critical Metrics. a leading Cincinnati-based employee feedback and talent analytics firm, today announced the acquisition of Critical Metrics LLC, a Seattle-based boutique consulting firm specializing in employee engagement and human capital ROI. About Critical Metrics.

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Is the HR Accountable for the Mass Layoffs?

Keka HR Blog

Ultimately, embracing remote work and asynchronous communication is a great way for companies to not only reduce costs but also increase productivity,” Syed Balkhi , a marketeer and founder of WPBeginne r, told Forbes. Sure, remote work can boost productivity. Remote work Working remotely can cut down fixed costs and save jobs.

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How to Measure the Value of People Analytics

Reflektive

According to Google Trends, the search term “people analytics” was almost nonexistent until about 2008. The progression looks like this: Data collection; people analytics; data-driven decision-making; improvement in employee hiring, development, and engagement; improved workforce productivity; return on investment; competitive advantage.

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How Leaders Can Handle the Constant Change We’re Facing

Thrive Global

We’ve discussed the Great Depression and the 2008 financial crisis, but let’s also recall 9/11, when no one knew what to expect after such an un- thinkable terrorist attack on our own soil. We are all entering an uncharted economic and societal landscape, given the unknowns of a never imagined pandemic. Who was responsible? Taylor, Jr.,

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