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HR leaders know better than anyone how quickly today’s business landscape is evolving. From new hires and hybrid work structures to expanded leadership and development needs and mentorship programs, HR teams have a front-row seat to their organizations’ growth opportunities and challenges. Consequently, HR leaders also have a direct line of visibility into the pace at which today’s employees are required to adapt. Heading into 2025, the most successful companies will be the ones that invest in employees’ long-term career development and cultivate leadership at all levels. These organizations will win because they understand how fostering talent capable of helping the organization evolve isn’t just about filling in skills gaps — it’s about shaping the leaders of tomorrow by creating an engaged, motivated workforce today. This concept might seem straightforward, but executing it requires going beyond the surface-level training programs many companies offer. Building a true culture...

The seamless integration of payroll solutions with legacy HR systems has become a critical necessity. Organizations are striving to modernize their operations while still maintaining the core functionality of older systems, which often represent years of investment in infrastructure and data. However, this integration is not without its challenges. By understanding these challenges and adopting best practices, companies can bridge the gap and create an efficient, unified HR ecosystem. The Importance of Payroll Integration Payroll is a cornerstone of any HR function. It ensures employees are compensated accurately and on time while adhering to local regulations and tax requirements. With modern payroll solutions, organizations can automate calculations, streamline reporting, and enhance compliance. These benefits are amplified when payroll systems integrate with HR modules, such as recruitment, benefits administration, and performance management. However, legacy HR systems often ope...

The way we work is changing at an unprecedented pace. There is a significant transition from traditional, intuition-based management practices towards a data-driven approach. As I look ahead to 2025, it’s clear that data-driven insights will be the cornerstone of effective workforce management. Previously, decisions around workforce productivity and engagement were largely guided by subjective assessments and “gut-feel.” Managers who rely on gut instincts may fail to recognize high-performing employees who are not as vocal or visible, leading to disengagement or missed opportunities for advancement. Similarly, ineffective performance reviews based on generalized perceptions rather than measurable outcomes often leave employees feeling undervalued or misaligned with organizational goals. With increasing pressure to optimize performance and retain top talent, companies now recognize the urgent need for objective, data-based insights that offer a clearer picture of productivity, engagem...

Industry-leading AI platform for employee service gets smarter with improved chain of thought machine reasoning to reduce IT and HR ticket volume by 65% PeopleReign , the industry-leading SaaS platform that automates IT and HR employee service, announced the release of its flagship system of intelligence platform for winter 2024. This latest release introduces innovation including industry-leading performance improvements for chain of thought machine reasoning, advanced conversational intelligence, offline mode support for the virtual agent, and new developer tools and APIs. Improved chain of thought machine reasoning for faster, more accurate agentic workflows The winter 2024 release reduces median response times for cognitive replies by 40%. This enhancement, coupled with significant improvements in site-search tools and document query processing, ensures employees receive faster, more accurate responses. Improved semantic search capabilities for retrieval of answers from interna...

Businesses are increasingly relying on technology to bridge the gap between workforce management and financial operations. The role of HRTech in achieving real-time synchronization of workforce and financial data has become critical for organizations striving for operational efficiency, accuracy, and strategic decision-making. As companies grow and diversify, the integration of these data systems ensures streamlined workflows, enhanced compliance, and actionable insights that drive business success. The Need for Unified Workforce and Financial Data Workforce and financial data are two pillars of organizational operations. Workforce data encompasses information about employees, including attendance, time tracking, payroll, benefits, and performance. Financial data, on the other hand, covers budgets, expenses, revenues, and cash flow. While these datasets may seem distinct, they are inherently interlinked. For instance, labor costs directly impact financial forecasting, while payroll...

Data-driven systems are increasingly shaping our decisions, institutions, and societies. However, as these systems become more entrenched in everyday life, the ethical implications of their design, deployment, and use cannot be ignored. One critical area where ethics intersects with technology is in the realm of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). For data scientists, this intersection presents a profound responsibility: to ensure that the systems they create do not perpetuate biases or inequalities, but rather contribute to a more equitable society. The Importance of DEI in AI Systems AI systems are often trained on large datasets that reflect the realities of our world, including its inequities. If not handled thoughtfully, these systems can inadvertently reinforce or even amplify existing disparities. For example, facial recognition technologies have been found to exhibit higher error rates for individuals with darker skin tones. Similarly, hiring algorithms trained on histor...

By Deb LaMere, Chief Human Resources Officer at Datasite Spurred by technology advances, the workplace is evolving at breakneck speed. New tools, platforms, and processes are redefining everything from employee engagement to task management, transforming how organizations attract, retain, and engage talent. Today, the modern workplace isn’t just about setting up an office or implementing a remote site. It’s about creating an ecosystem that empowers employees, encourages growth, and cultivates purpose. For fast-growing companies, this includes attracting and retaining top talent. That’s why at Datasite we focus on meeting the needs and expectations of the modern workforce, which includes providing flexibility, opportunities for collaboration, and holistic training and skills development programs. Technology is reshaping everything from how we engage employees to create a strong organizational culture, to automating repetitive tasks that create opportunities for employees to use their...

Insight Global , an international professional services and staffing company, today released comprehensive  survey results revealing the essential role of both human and artificial intelligence in shaping the future of hiring. The AI in Hiring 2025 survey highlights the technology’s expanding role in streamlining the hiring process—but the still-essential nature of people to make great hires. Read More :  The Future of Hiring: Why Human-Centric Approaches Will Prevail in the Age of AI Key findings include: AI in Hiring Usage is Widespread:  99% of those surveyed reported using AI in some capacity in the hiring process. Improved Efficiency:  98% saw significant improvements in hiring efficiency via AI in things like scheduling interviews, screening resumes, and assessing skills. Human-AI Balance:  Even with this adoption and positive outcomes, 93% of hiring managers emphasized the importance of human involvement in the hiring process. Nearly All Hi...

With SmartJobBoard’s AI-powered platform, RBTC has transformed how employers connect with top tech talent and how job seekers find relevant opportunities, delivering greater efficiency and accuracy SmartJobBoard , a leading AI-powered job board solution provider for associations, nonprofits and government organizations, today announced the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC) has launched its new job board. Powered by SmartJobBoard, RBTC’s job board is the newest update in a series of enhancements designed to cultivate powerful connections that lead to growth and success in the  Roanoke – Blacksburg, VA , technology community. “We’re excited to partner with the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council to power their new job board,” said SmartJobBoard CEO  Rodion Telpizov . “By leveraging SmartJobBoard’s AI-powered platform, RBTC now offers a more efficient and accurate way to connect employers with top tech talent and job seekers with relevant opportunit...

From streamlining recruitment processes to facilitating performance evaluations, HRTech leverages data to enhance efficiency and elevate the employee experience. However, this growing reliance on data brings with it significant concerns about privacy and security—challenges that businesses can no longer afford to overlook. The sheer volume of sensitive information handled by HR systems—social security numbers, banking details, health records, and more—makes them prime targets for cyberattacks. The shift to remote and hybrid working arrangements post-COVID-19 has further expanded attack surfaces, exposing vulnerabilities in HRTech systems. Compounding these risks are the increasing use of mobile applications, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies and gaps in cybersecurity awareness among employees. Adding to the complexity is the ever-evolving landscape of data privacy regulations, such as the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and similar laws worldwide. Businesses must ...

A new poll conducted by OysterLink , a job platform in the restaurant and hospitality industry, reveals that cover letters are a major deterrent for job seekers in the industry. Over 40% of respondents indicated that a required cover letter would prevent them from applying for a job. “Cover letters are a time-consuming and often unnecessary hurdle for job seekers,” says  Milos Eric , Co-Founder of OysterLink. “Our poll highlights the growing sentiment that these traditional job application elements may be outdated and inefficient, especially when candidates are already providing detailed resumes and engaging in interviews.” Read More   :  HRTech Interview with Henri Nordström, CEO at Jobilla The poll also found that: 42% stated they would not apply if a cover letter is required 20% of respondents said they would still apply for a job even if a cover letter was required. 36% said their decision to write a cover letter would depend on the specific role. Only 2% of ...

When , the leading platform for transforming post-employment support, is excited to announce the appointment of  Tara Conger  to its Board of Directors. As a leader in Human Resources strategy and business transformation, Conger brings decades of expertise to help drive When’s mission to revolutionize how companies support employees through career transitions. “Tara’s track record of scaling and transforming PEOs and HR technology companies makes her an invaluable addition to our board,” said  Andy Hamilton , CEO and Co-Founder of When. “Her deep understanding of the HR landscape will be instrumental as we expand our impact on how companies support transitioning employees.” Conger is the founder of Conger Consulting and a seasoned CEO in the HR space. Her career spans successful leadership in scaling organizations, driving operational excellence, and fostering cultures of innovation. A former board member of NAPEO, she is recognized for her expertise in ...

Ramesh Ramani, CEO and President at ExpertusONE  chats about the gaps in learning and development that modern organizations face while taking us through  ExpertusONE’s latest integrated skills platform: ____________ Hi Ramesh, tell us more about ExpertusONE and your role. I am the CEO and co-founder of ExpertusOne, a modern learning management system (LMS) provider. A lifelong entrepreneur, I’ve led several early-stage companies through successful growth before dedicating the last 20+ years to developing and growing the ExpertusOne offering. My mission at ExpertusOne is to bring fully integrated, organization-led learning to enterprises, allowing them to intentionally shape their workforce by identifying and delivering training needs. As organizations adapt to the rapid digitization of products and practices, workplace skills and learning requirements are shifting significantly and at speed. As ExpertusOne’s CEO my goal is to drive the overall strategic direction of the ...