As HR leaders, we face a radically different landscape than we did 12 months ago. Multiple surveys show that today’s Chief Human Resource Officers are aware of AI’s power to improve key HR functions, including operations, talent acquisition, training and development. MORE

What comes with being a CHRO at an HR service partner organization? As the CHRO of any organization, running the management of human capital is no easy feat. But imagine the challenges of being an HR leader at an organization whose business is to make HR’s life easier. “It’s It’s a higher bar in my view,” says Dave Almeda, vice president and CHRO of Kronos , a human capital management and workforce management solutions provider. MORE

What area of the HR function will be most impacted by emerging technologies, and why? We are reaching a point where standalone talent and core HR systems are too complex and we need integrated experiences, based on employee journeys. In acquiring and implementing new technologies, what’s the one or two most common mistakes HR organizations make? How can HR leaders best make the business case for HR technology investment? Chief Talent Officer. MORE

In the early days of the Cloud, some predicted that while certain HR functions — talent acquisition, for example — would be well-suited for the medium, security concerns and the desire for customization (especially among large companies) meant that core HR functions would continue to reside in on-premise solutions. ” HR departments have moved relatively quickly in embracing mobile, he says. MORE

Why is it so difficult to successfully implement change? . This is a haunting question for any HR professional. Any perusal through common literature in the genre of change management will reveal high probabilities of failure – some sources stating that as many as 70% of all attempts at change fail. Adapting to a Changing Landscape. The business conditions that spurred this HR transformation were all-encompassing and dynamic. MORE

Influence in HR technology comes from many places, takes many forms and continues to evolve over time. When the HRE /HR Tech Conference team met over to work on this Influencers list, we knew it would be important to consider all aspects of influence. It’s safe to say all, however, are having an important and noticeable impact on where HR technology has been, where it is today and, perhaps most importantly, where it is heading. Global HR Technology Leader, Oracle HCM Cloud. MORE

With industry trends poised to inevitably affect the workforce, it is time that we have a discussion around the expanding strategic role HR must play to ensure that the healthcare industry is prepared for the changes ahead. The changing skillset in healthcare. As an example, working with automated processes or methods that use technology will require ongoing learning and change management. In effect, the war for talent only has just begun. MORE

The Covid-19 pandemic has put tremendous pressure on organizations to change the way they operate: from sales and marketing, to finance and customer service. As a matter of fact, the HR function is at the forefront of digital disruption. Competency developed : People Management. MORE

You need the right People Analytics Leader in order to build an effective and strategic people analytics function. This person is the key evangelist and visionary for data-driven decision making, and ensures the use of people analytics always delivers values to the business. Whether you are looking to hire or become a People Analytics Leader for your organization, I encourage you to continue reading and download this job description for use in your talent acquisition efforts ! MORE

Influence in HR technology comes from many places, takes many forms and continues to evolve over time. When the HRE /HR Tech Conference team met over the winter to work on this Influencers list, we knew it would be important to consider all aspects of influence. It’s safe to say all, however, are having an important and noticeable impact on where HR technology has been, where it is today and, perhaps most importantly, where it is heading. Founder/Managing Principal. MORE

An agile TA process solves many of the talent challenges today’s multinationals are facing. A team of recruiters gets to work and just a few days later, there’s already several promising options on the table, with contract workers ready to fill the temporary talent gap in the meantime. This situation is describing an agile talent acquisition (TA) process. To successfully implement an agile process, HR professionals need to gain the full support of the C-suite. MORE

The HR function has undergone an enormous shift in the past few decades, moving beyond the process-heavy, tactical aspects to becoming a strategic partner in tune with overall company goals and priorities. From understanding the organization’s talent needs to finding the personnel and providing the support and training to help them excel, HR has largely been able to step up to the plate. Why HR Must be a Strategic Partner. 10 Ways HR can be More Strategic. MORE

Influence in HR technology comes from many places, takes many forms and continues to evolve over time. When the HRE /HR Tech Conference team met over the winter to work on this Influencers list, we knew it would be important to consider all aspects of influence. It’s safe to say all, however, are having an important and noticeable impact on where HR technology has been, where it is today and, perhaps most importantly, where it is heading. HR Technology Top Stories MORE

With 1,500+ employees and 26 offices, Newport needed a performance management strategy that aligned with how the company conducted business and offered employees frequent career and growth conversations. Reflektive : What was performance management like prior to using Reflektive? MORE

For our latest installment of Around the Bonfyre, we talked to Maxwell about the qualities an HR Director needs to address engagement and culture, while also prioritizing employee performance. Like many HR managers, I didn’t go to school for it, but I truly have found what I love doing. At the time, we were the least developed function in the company. I personally focus on organizational development, and my team runs the HR functions. MORE

Recruitment operations is a talent acquisition function designed to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of an organization’s recruiting processes, policies, and technology. Overall, this function drives ROI by measuring and maximizing an organization’s ability to hire quickly, reduce costs and ensure resources are used effectively to deliver a candidate experience that will drive success. Some even define it as part of existing HR shared services. MORE

By the time the proverbial ink is dry, those plans may be out of date or misaligned to the changing dynamics of the FoW. It is the realization that dizzying advances in technology, coupled with significant changes in workforce demographics and required skill sets, necessitates a widespread overhaul not only of our organizations, but of the very definition of work itself. With talented workers choosing where to bring their skills, a compelling company brand is a must. MORE

I am a “HR trends addict” What usually fuels my addiction are studies like the Deloitte Human Capital Trends Report and the Mercer Talent Trends Study. I am intrigued by what executives and HR professionals believe are their current and future priorities. Is Your Talent Strategy Aligned With Your Business Imperatives? There could be many reasons how we can try to rationalize the data. Perhaps HR professionals are their own worst critics. MORE

It follows, then, that the roles and responsibilities of senior HR leaders are incredibly important. . Indeed, an apt description of the senior HR role comes from Christine Hayward , executive director at global executive search organization IIC Partners. MORE

As you are probably aware from some of our other articles, we love to showcase lists of HR influencers for our readers to follow, such as our quarterly HR Gurus feature and 89+ HR Analytics Influencers post. This is largely because we believe it’s a great resource for business owners (and others working within the HR function) to gather ideas from the insights and articles they share, enabling followers to improve their own business practices. Build Talent. MORE

We see many examples in HR where this transition is already occurring. But the real opportunity is for HR to take ownership for blending and enabling a workplace mixed with human and digital talent, while leading the organization toward the augmented workforce of the future. But what aspects of HR need to change? What will HR resources be doing? Business HR. Business HR works at the intersection of business and HR strategy. MORE

We see many examples in HR where this transition is already occurring. But the real opportunity is for HR to take ownership for blending and enabling a workplace mixed with human and digital talent, while leading the organization toward the augmented workforce of the future. But what aspects of HR need to change? What will HR resources be doing? Business HR. Business HR works at the intersection of business and HR strategy. MORE