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Industry experts break down the Ultimate-Kronos mega-merger

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and Ultimate Software recently announced they are soon to become one (the new entity’s name will be announced soon, according to the company), reactions were swift and varied to the projected $22 billion marriage. Image credit: Ultimate Software). When Kronos Inc. The two companies believe that, by merging a $1.5

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HR Technology: 13 Concepts HR Pros Needs to Know

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I love technology. In our small business, we rely on technology to extend our capabilities and provide an agile response to customer needs. But the more I learn about technology, I realize there’s still a lot to learn. On some level, technology reminds me of the reason I entered the human resources profession. Blockchain.

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Here are the next steps in the Kronos, Ultimate Software merger

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About six months ago, HCM giants Kronos and Ultimate Software announced they would merge in a record, industry-changing merger valued at $22 billion. 1, the newly formed company will be called UKG, standing for Ultimate Kronos Group, the organization announced this week. .” Starting Oct.

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Credential platform aims to be game-changer for HR, employees

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Most career-related data—about employees’ educational history, past positions and skills, for instance—are housed in disparate locations, across varying platforms and databases. The verified career-credential platform is centered on the concept of self-sovereign identity—giving individuals sole ownership over their personal data.

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6 Ways to Use Technology to Advance Your Career – Ask #HR Bartender

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Based on today’s reader note, I’m not the only person who thinks that way. Hi, I’m an HR professional living in India. What can I learn and do for my career? Here’s a recent list of 75+ HR blogs – I liked that they offer a download of the information. Also, SilkRoad technology hosts a business book club.

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Cornerstone to buy talent management developer Saba

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Consolidation in the benefits and HR and benefits technology continues with another announced acquisition by a people development software-maker. Related: Navigating mergers and acquisitions in HR Tech. See also: Industry experts break down the Ultimate-Kronos mega-merger.

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Business Timing Is About More Than Getting an Approval

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(Editor’s Note: Today’s article is brought to you by our friends at UKG – Ultimate Kronos Group. Formed by two leaders in HR solutions, UKG combines the strength and innovation of Ultimate Software and Kronos. One of the career lessons I’ve had to learn is that “timing is everything”. Enjoy the article!).

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