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Artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of transforming the modern. Already, AI tools are being implemented to handle repetitive tasks like data entry and scheduling, allowing humans to focus on higher-level work that requires creativity, emotional intelligence and complex decision-making. On top of that, AI has the potential to make our office lives easier by spotting problems that slow us down and simplifying our work processes. It could automatically reserve meeting rooms and allocate resources in real-time, functioning almost like an all-knowing office assistant who prepares everything behind the scenes so that we can focus on the tasks at hand. However, the success of this AI-powered future hinges on one critical element: trustworthy data. Acting like complex sieves, AI algorithms sift through vast amounts of information to identify patterns and suggest improvements. But the quality of these suggestions is only ever going to be as good as the quality of the data they’re ba...

The contingent workforce is becoming an essential component of many organizations. This workforce, comprised of freelancers, temporary workers, and contractors, provides companies with flexibility and scalability to meet project demands. However, managing this diverse pool of talent presents significant challenges, especially in sourcing and onboarding. AI in workforce management offers a transformative solution, automating these processes to enhance efficiency, reduce human error, and improve the overall management of contingent workers. Curately AI was recently named a Beeline Verified Direct Sourcing Platform, marking a significant milestone in its partnership with Beeline. This verification highlights Curately AI’s ability to optimize talent sourcing by leveraging artificial intelligence to match businesses with qualified candidates more efficiently.  Automating Sourcing with AI Sourcing the right talent in a contingent workforce involves finding skilled professionals who ...

Analyzing the results of survey of 2,000+ employees and employers, sixth annual research report covers trends in employee turnover, engagement, job satisfaction, and more iHire today published its 2024 Talent Retention Report, analyzing the results of its survey of more than 2,000 U.S. workers and employers from 57 industries. Showing an 11.1% year-over-year decrease in voluntary employee quits, the sixth annual research report spotlights trends in turnover, engagement, job satisfaction, and more amid the “Great Stay.” The following are notable findings from iHire’s survey: The Great Stay is in, and the Great Resignation is out. Voluntary quits are down 11.1% year-over-year, as 38.5% of workers said they left a job in the past year, compared to 43.3% who said the same in iHire’s 2023 Talent Retention Report’s survey. Meanwhile, job satisfaction was relatively steady year-over-year, as 54.8% of employees were either very or somewhat satisfied with their current or most recent jo...

Cognota, the leader in Learning Operations, and Performitiv, a pioneer in learning program evaluations, have announced a strategic partnership. Cognota , the leader in Learning Operations, and Performitiv, a pioneer in learning program evaluations, have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Performitiv’s advanced program measurement capabilities into Cognota’s LearnOps platform, delivering a unified solution for managing, executing, and measuring learning programs. This announcement comes on the heels of Cognota’s recent partnership with ROI Institute, which incorporated the globally recognized ROI Methodology ®  into Cognota’s LearnOps platform. The combined capabilities of Cognota, Performitiv, and ROI Institute represent a transformative solution for the industry—allowing L&D teams to seamlessly manage operations, measure program effectiveness, and demonstrate the ROI of learning investments, all within one unified platform. Key Features of the Cognota + RO...

Recent Product Innovations Have Driven Record Expansion with 100% YOY Growth Yardstik , a measurably better background screening, compliance, and fraud-prevention platform, announced a key leadership transition as it enters its next phase of rapid growth and innovation. After co-founding and leading Yardstik through significant product advancements and strong growth, CEO  Matt Meents  is passing the leadership torch to COO  Andrew Johnson . Matt will remain on Yardstik’s board. Andrew began his career at Compellent, a launchpad for many of  Minnesota’s  top tech leaders and companies. He went on to lead massive growth efforts at Branch and Dialpad in senior leadership roles, helping both companies exceed  $100M in annual recurring revenue. Catch more HRTech Insights : HRTech Interview with Meg Donovan, Chief People Officer at Nexthink Yardstik Introduces New CEO to Guide Next Phase of Growth “I’m honored to step into the CEO role at Yardstik,” sai...

Designed to support employee growth throughout their entire career journey, Bob Learning aligns professional development with managerial objectives and business needs within current workflows HiBob announces the launch of Bob Learning, an integrated learning and development module dedicated to employee learning offered through its single intuitive HCM platform, Bob. Bob Learning brings together in-house and external courses from providers Udemy, Go1, and LinkedIn Learning offering a rich resource for education and upskilling. With AI-powered course design, it’s easy to create personalized learning paths using a variety of media formats, ensuring tailored and engaging educational experiences for each individual, and allows users to track progress centrally. It connects and works with other modules on the Bob HR platform, leveraging existing data to help inform the learning journey. Employees can now start their development journey from day one, and continue as they focus on develop...

Machine learning in HRTech is reshaping how organizations understand and support employee well-being, with dynamic sentiment analysis emerging as a powerful tool in this transformation. By applying machine learning algorithms to text data from employee feedback, surveys, emails, and chat interactions, HR teams can gain real-time insights into employee sentiment, identify patterns, and proactively address concerns before they escalate. This capability enhances HR’s role in promoting a positive work culture, increases engagement, and supports overall employee well-being. The Rise of Machine Learning in HRTech As workplaces become more complex and dynamic, machine learning in HRTech allows companies to process and analyze vast amounts of employee data that would otherwise be overwhelming. Traditional methods of gauging employee sentiment, such as annual surveys or sporadic feedback sessions, often fail to capture the nuanced, real-time insights necessary for supporting employee well-be...

  “New report shows 86% of Fortune 500 with public policies prefer hybrid work, with few requiring full office attendance.” Buildremote , a workplace research firm, has released a new report detailing the return-to-office (RTO) policies of the Fortune 500 companies. This extensive study offers unprecedented insights into how major corporations are navigating the post-pandemic work environment. According to Buildremote’s latest research, 284 of the Fortune 500 companies, representing 57% of this group, have publicly shared their workplace policies. These range from fully remote to hybrid to office-first, highlighting the evolving nature of work post-COVID-19. Read More :  How Embedded Finance Can Supercharge Payroll Solutions Key findings from the report include: – 86%, of companies with a declared policy are adopting a hybrid work schedule. – Only 19 companies require employees to be in the office five days a week, underscoring a permanent shift towards more flexible w...

Global HR research and advisory firm McLean & Company is streamlining online research accessibility with its new AI-powered chatbot, “McLean Assistant.” The chatbot has been designed to enhance member interactions through the delivery of tailored insights, offering CHROs and HR professionals a user-friendly interface to access and receive customized, research-based responses and content.  McLean & Company , a trusted partner of HR leaders around the world, has announced the release of its new “McLean Assistant,” an HR chatbot created to elevate the member experience through advanced generative AI. Through an intuitive conversational interface on the firm’s website, users can discover relevant research content and participate in impactful conversations regarding their unique business challenges. With the new online service, the firm seeks to support members through efficient problem-solving, streamlined information flow, and enhanced resource access at their fingertips. H...

Using its flagship offer-based data network, Compa creates skills compensation intelligence and custom job matching for top technology companies. Compa , the leading provider of software-delivered market data, debuts its latest product, Compa Skills, a groundbreaking solution that provides enterprise organizations with skills-based compensation intelligence and job matching precision. While the skills tech market boomed in recent years, most solutions focus on talent marketplaces, workforce planning, and recruiting, leaving a critical gap: Connecting skills to compensation. Traditional compensation surveys tried adding skills libraries to their job structures but haven’t impacted the industry. Compa Skills takes a new approach, sourcing skills from hundreds of thousands of offers to provide a market-driven, real-time view of emerging trends. Read More :  How Embedded Finance Can Supercharge Payroll Solutions “Differentiating yourself with compensation practices is difficult...

ExpertusONE, a global leader in enterprise learning, today announced a milestone in learning management with the launch of a new integrated skills platform. ExpertusONE , a global leader in enterprise learning, today announced a milestone in learning management with the launch of a new integrated skills platform. The platform, which integrates seamlessly with the award-winning ExpertusONE LMS, adds intelligent skill-to-job and course-mapping capabilities supported by a proprietary library of more than 25,000 skills spanning multiple industries. This launch marks the next stage in the company’s mission to bring fully integrated, organization-led learning to enterprises, allowing them to intentionally shape their workforce by identifying training needs and delivering on those needs with targeted learning modules and courses. The World Economic Forum states that, between 2024 and 2027, more than 44% of workers’ core skills will be heavily disrupted because technology is advancing faste...

In this HRTech Interview, Meg Donovan, Chief People Officer at Nexthink chats about the various factors influencing modern SaaS business work trends: __________ Hi Meg – take us through your journey in the B2B SaaS marketplace and the biggest people management takeaways you’ve come away with over time? While B2B Saas presents its own challenges, people are people regardless of industry. Growing and scaling a business involves the same problems across all sectors – problems which need agile people who are willing to take risks, fail, and try again. But one of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that technology has to serve people, not the other way around.   A common mistake HR departments make is to expect some new tech solution to solve all their problems. Big software implementations are hard and while they may solve some issues, they can create others. Every new implementation has to be done smartly in a way that makes HR faster, more efficient, and unlocks capabilities the...

Trainocate, a global leader in IT education, announces its acquisition of EnterOne , an innovator in advanced technology training and services specializing in Cisco, VMware, AWS, and Microsoft. This landmark partnership strengthens Trainocate’s leadership and accelerates its global expansion efforts. Founded in 2007, EnterOne has delivered cutting-edge training solutions and services that empower IT professionals. EnterOne’s commitment to innovation aligns with Trainocate’s vision of driving global leadership in IT education. “The acquisition of EnterOne marks a pivotal moment for our organization,” said  Takashi Ozawa , CEO of Trainocate. “Together, we will harness the power of innovation to redefine the future of IT training, ensuring we meet the evolving demands of a dynamic, tech-driven world.” Read More on Hrtech :   HRTech Interview with Augusto Ruiz-Eldredge, COO at TempoPay (acquired by PayMedix) EnterOne’s expertise in emerging technologies, including Artificial...

Skilltrade aims to grow the nation’s largest allied healthcare workforce with flexible, scalable training solutions to boost employer revenue, fill vacancies, and provide targeted healthcare training needs. Skilltrade , a leader in allied health workforce development and led by Founder and CEO Jason Aubrey, is pleased to announce the launch of its groundbreaking training programs, which combine online learning with hands-on lab training while offering tailored solutions for employers, including train-and-hire programs and custom curriculum development. Initial programs will focus on medical assistant training, prepping students to become Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMAs), with plans to expand training programs in the near future. Beginning with the launch of its Medical Assistant Online Program, Skilltrade will revolutionize education and solve critical staffing shortages by making high-quality training for healthcare and other skilled trades affordable and accessible to...

Don Williams  joins  One Model  as Chief Revenue Officer, bringing a 30 year track record of creating, restructuring, and motivating organizations to consistently exceed sales, financial, and operational goals. One Model , the workforce analytics pioneer, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Don Williams as Chief Revenue Officer. Bringing over 30 years of industry experience and a proven track record of accelerating growth and expanding market leadership, Williams joins One Model during a notable surge in demand for its groundbreaking workforce analytics platform. Williams, who previously held Chief Revenue Officer roles at WellnessLiving and Validity, has consistently demonstrated excellence in cultivating dynamic sales and operational strategies. Additionally, his prior experience as General Manager of several business intelligence divisions aligns with One Model’s mission to provide large enterprises with the clearest understanding of their global workforces a...