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Work tech investments: Why HCM is leading so far

HRExecutive

Q1 2024 witnessed an uptick in investment, compared to quarters two through four of 2023, which LaRocque says aligns with levels observed in certain quarters of 2020 and earlier, before the record-setting spike that was 2021 and early 2022. Intel aims to equip over 30 million individuals with AI skills for employment by 2030.

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Hiring Unemployed Workers: What Are the Risks and Benefits?

Zenefits

As the country moves back to full employment, many businesses are facing challenges meeting recruitment needs. The long-term unemployed — not just those who’ve taken the pandemic year off because of illness or child care issues — have traditionally been a sore spot for business. Skills loss. If so, they might be the right choice.