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30 Jul 2026
4 examples of common HR compliance problems
Common HR compliance problems include discriminatory hiring practices, poor recordkeeping, worker misclassification, pay and benefits errors, and missing employee training. Continue Reading
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30 Jul 2026
Learn what to include on an HR compliance audit checklist
An HR compliance audit checklist can help HR teams review records, recruiting, pay, benefits, employee relations, workplace safety and handbook policies. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Jun 2024
e-recruitment (e-recruiting)
E-recruitment is an umbrella term for any electronic-based recruiting and recruitment management activity. Continue Reading
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26 Jun 2024
SHRM warns of HR polycrisis from AI, incivility, DEI backlash
SHRM CEO Johnny C. Taylor Jr. highlights a polycrisis facing HR managers, as political discord, AI's effects on the workplace and DEI battles challenge HR and workers. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2024
Workday GenAI upgrade aims to speed and simplify app dev
Workday speeds up creation of apps with AI-powered Developer Copilot and Visual UI Mode. Low-code improvements aim to help citizen developers. Continue Reading
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21 Jun 2024
Job security is redefined by layoffs and generative AI
A global study reveals that in the age of GenAI, workers are redefining job security to emphasize upskilling, adaptable skills and opportunities for growth. Continue Reading
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21 Jun 2024
11 questions to include in an employee benefits survey
An employee benefits survey can reveal areas where a company needs to improve its benefits. Learn some of the most important questions to include in the survey. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2024
Amazon expands free AI training, part of a vendor rush
Amazon extends its free training initiative with new AI trainings, offering more than 100 free AI and machine learning resources. The move is part of a trend among tech giants to offer training around AI. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2024
Catastrophic AI risks highlight need for whistleblower laws
Developers want AI-specific laws to protect them if they need to expose potential risks from AI systems. Legal experts say existing whistleblower laws may offer little protection. Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2024
Judge weighs arguments in Workday AI bias case
A judge in San Francisco is considering whether existing laws apply to AI bias claims in hiring, amid allegations that Workday's software discriminates against certain applicants. Continue Reading
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03 Jun 2024
12 of the most important questions for an onboarding survey
Onboarding is an important time in the employee experience, and a survey can give HR staff insight into how to improve the process. Learn more about what questions to add. Continue Reading
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30 May 2024
Individualism, self-reliance influence high U.S. WFH rate
A new study suggests that America's high work-from-home rates, especially among college-educated men, are influenced by the cultural values of individualism and self-reliance. Continue Reading
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23 May 2024
Trump's return could shake up H-1B visa system
Immigration attorneys warn clients to prepare for stricter H-1B visa policies if Trump wins the 2024 election, advising immediate action. Continue Reading
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22 May 2024
ADP Mobile Solutions
ADP Mobile Solutions is a self-service mobile app that enables employees to access work records such as pay, schedules, timecards, retirement funds, benefits and calendars. Continue Reading
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17 May 2024
CEOs see business case for creating AI-powered chief execs
CEOs consider AI virtual counterparts to handle routine tasks and provide feedback, boosting efficiency and supporting strategic decisions. Continue Reading
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14 May 2024
9 keys to a killer recruitment marketing strategy
In a hiring market that presents unprecedented challenges, every HR and recruiting team needs to develop a marketing strategy to attract top-notch candidates. Here's how. Continue Reading
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14 May 2024
HR vendors give managers more upskilling control
New tools from Oracle and ServiceNow focus on giving business leaders more control over upskilling and reskilling in an effort to address the AI skills gap. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 May 2024
director of employee engagement
Director of employee engagement is one of the job titles for a human resources (HR) manager who is responsible for an organization's employee engagement strategy. Continue Reading
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Definition
10 May 2024
digital HR
Digital HR is the digital transformation of HR services and processes through the use of social, mobile, analytics and cloud (SMAC) technologies. Continue Reading
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09 May 2024
FTC's noncompete ban could increase turnover in tech
The FTC noncompete ban could drive higher quit rates, affecting innovative sectors like technology. Experts say HR managers must balance talent gains with potential staff losses. Continue Reading
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07 May 2024
Learn about skills-based job descriptions, candidate testing
As skills-based hiring continues to increase in popularity, HR staff should learn best practices for writing the appropriate job descriptions. Learn more. Continue Reading
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06 May 2024
Judge overseeing Workday AI lawsuit has questions
Judge Rita Lin seeks clarity on Workday's liability in an AI lawsuit alleging hiring discrimination. The case could set a precedent for AI vendors' responsibility. Continue Reading
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03 May 2024
Microsoft, Google seek green card rule change
Tech companies struggle with green card sponsorships amid job cuts, but a proposed rule change, sought by the industry, could exempt certain tech jobs from labor market tests. Continue Reading
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Definition
30 Apr 2024
employee onboarding and offboarding
Employee onboarding involves all the steps needed to get a new employee successfully deployed and productive, while offboarding involves separating an employee from a firm. Continue Reading
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26 Apr 2024
recruitment
Recruitment is the process of finding, screening, hiring and onboarding qualified job candidates. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2024
12 questions to include in a workplace culture survey
A workplace culture survey can help improve employee retention and provide insight into previously unknown workplace issues. Learn what questions to include. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Apr 2024
Workday
Workday is a cloud-based software vendor that specializes in human capital management (HCM) and financial management applications. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2024
Employee productivity is top priority but comes at a cost
RedThread Research's Stacia Garr discusses how the rapid shift toward prioritizing employee productivity is affecting performance reviews, trust and long-term growth in organizations. Continue Reading
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Definition
15 Apr 2024
recruitment management system (RMS)
A recruitment management system (RMS) is a set of tools designed to manage the employee recruiting and hiring process. It might be the most important core human resources (HR) system. Continue Reading
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12 Apr 2024
White-sounding names have edge in hiring, bias study says
A recent study exposes ongoing racial bias in hiring practices, showing that white-sounding names are often preferred, with a notable overall discrimination rate of 10%. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2024
Learn how to improve employee survey response rates
Employee feedback is a valuable tool for every organization, yet workers may not feel motivated to fill out surveys. Learn how to improve employee survey response rates. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2024
As AI expands, big tech to upskill, reskill 100M people
Cisco, Google, IBM, Microsoft and others will work to train 100 million people in digital skills by 2032. Details are lacking, however, including how this effort will be deployed. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2024
AI reduces the need for humans in talent acquisition
AI is reducing staff at many companies, but it's also raising questions about how far automation can go in interacting with job applicants. Recruiters bring the human element. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2024
Frontline worker jobs at risk from AI surge
Experts warn that AI's ascent could disproportionately affect frontline jobs, worsening mental health and deepening the skills divide. Some workers fear obsolescence due to AI. Continue Reading
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Definition
01 Apr 2024
employee retention
Employee retention is the organizational goal of keeping productive and talented workers and reducing turnover by fostering a positive work atmosphere to promote engagement. Continue Reading
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27 Mar 2024
Workday's AI lawsuit defense puts responsibility on users
Workday faces an AI lawsuit that's raising questions about HR software responsibility and liability in AI-driven recruitment. A federal judge is considering a dismissal motion. Continue Reading
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22 Mar 2024
12 HR AI use cases that leaders should know
AI can help HR staff carry out various aspects of operations, though HR leaders should be aware of the drawbacks of the technology as well. Learn more about some use cases. Continue Reading
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21 Mar 2024
Dell's plan to restrict remote worker promotions might backfire
Dell's new plan to restrict promotions for full-time remote workers may lead to employee turnover. But research says remote workers have always been at a disadvantage. Continue Reading
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Definition
21 Mar 2024
social media recruitment (social media recruiting)
Social media recruitment, or social media recruiting, is the process of using social media platforms to identify, engage and vet people the organization may want to hire. Continue Reading
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20 Mar 2024
A bad tech job market wants good AI skills
Tech layoffs are on the rise, yet AI skill demand grows, creating a split tech job market that values specialized AI roles amid general employment challenges. Continue Reading
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Definition
18 Mar 2024
talent acquisition
Talent acquisition is the strategic process an organization uses to identify, recruit and hire the people it needs to achieve its business goals and optimize its processes. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2024
Oracle advances generative AI and HR into the unknown
Oracle's new generative AI tools for HR aim to reduce costs and help candidates self-select. But some users may remain hesitant to adopt the new tech. Continue Reading
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14 Mar 2024
6 of the top change management applications
Change management tools can help make various aspects of a company transition, such as training, go more smoothly. Learn about some of the top applications. Continue Reading
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Definition
12 Mar 2024
human capital management (HCM)
Human capital management (HCM) is a comprehensive set of practices and tools used for recruiting, managing and developing employees as a valuable business 'asset' rather than just as a business 'cost.' Continue Reading
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08 Mar 2024
Workday partnership pushes vendor into new area: PEO
Workday partners with Insperity to offer professional employer organization services to SMBs, aiming to expand its platform's reach to smaller, high-growth companies Continue Reading
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05 Mar 2024
Rising temps, heat shocks, influence job relocations
Climate-change risks are still less influential than labor and taxes for selecting an office location, but heat shocks appear to be prompting subtle labor force relocations. Continue Reading
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01 Mar 2024
US labor shortage, needs of younger workers, worry DOD
Amidst a labor shortage, the U.S. Senate committee responsible for the Department of Defense is grappling with strategies to improve civilian personnel recruiting. Continue Reading
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29 Feb 2024
Learn how HR can serve a critical change management role
HR leaders must be involved with planning change management from the beginning, as they are integral to ensuring its success. Learn more about HR's role in change management. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2024
6 of the most common HR change management models
Following a change management model can help HR leaders ensure smoother transition at their organization. Learn some of the most common models and how HR applies them. Continue Reading
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21 Feb 2024
HR tech market now more competitive with HiBob's acquisition
HiBob acquires U.K.-based payroll provider Pento for $40 million, signaling competitive HR SaaS market growth and platform evolution. It plans an integration. Continue Reading
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20 Feb 2024
Learn how to create a succession plan for employees
Succession planning can help ensure business continuity and avoid employee turnover. Learn how to create a succession plan, including some best practices to follow. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2024
Employer power over H-1B workers could create financial risk
A new study says H-1B visa holders hired into accounting positions might be fearful of losing their jobs and could face pressure to perform unethical tasks. Continue Reading
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15 Feb 2024
ADP deploys GenAI for payroll, HR customer service
ADP adopts GenAI to refine HR functions, targeting improved efficiency and upgrading HR to more advisory roles. Continue Reading
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08 Feb 2024
GenAI's job threat turns up in job ads, not layoffs
Adoption of generative AI is akin to offshore outsourcing, where low-level tasks are shifted elsewhere. Instead of work going to India, it's now going to the machine. Continue Reading
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07 Feb 2024
Learn the benefits of using a leave management system
A leave management system can benefit companies in various ways, including saving time for HR staff. Learn more, including the most important leave management system features. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Feb 2024
OKRs (Objectives and Key Results)
OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) encourage companies to set, communicate and monitor organizational goals and results in an effective, transparent manner. Continue Reading
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01 Feb 2024
New H-1B visa rule promises fairer play, but higher stakes
A U.S. H-1B lottery rule change aims to reduce fraud by allowing only one lottery entry per candidate, potentially putting some beneficiaries in a strong position. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2024
Former Workday co-CEO takes helm at Eightfold
Former Workday co-CEO Chano Fernandez joins Eightfold AI in a similar role, advocating for unbiased, skills-based hiring and navigating new AI regulations. Continue Reading
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29 Jan 2024
In Congress, remote work policy debate hides facts
U.S. House Republicans criticize the Interior Department's remote work policy, saying it lowers productivity. Selective omissions of data challenge these claims. Continue Reading
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Definition
25 Jan 2024
cognitive diversity
Cognitive diversity is the inclusion of people who have different styles of problem-solving and can offer unique perspectives because they think differently, have divergent perspectives and come from varied backgrounds. Continue Reading
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Definition
24 Jan 2024
reference checking software
Reference checking software is programming that automates the process of contacting and questioning the references of job applicants. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2024
In Davos and Washington, AI warfare and AI skills are linked
Lawmakers are discussing AI's effects on national defense and the economy as well as considering ways to develop a workforce that can meet the challenge. Continue Reading
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17 Jan 2024
At Davos, a warning that AI is coming for white-collar jobs
White-collar workers need critical thinking skills and a willingness to learn to remain competitive in a workplace with AI, business leaders at the World Economic Forum say. Continue Reading
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16 Jan 2024
xAPI (experience API)
Experience API, also known as 'xAPI' or 'Tin Can API', is a software specification that allows learning technology products, such as systems, websites and applications, to collect and exchange data about a learner’s experiences when they interact with these products. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2024
Automation has significant role in Citi's big layoff
Citigroup plans to lay off 20,000 over three years due to increased technology spending and automation improvements. This aims for productivity savings. Continue Reading
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12 Jan 2024
10 of the top succession management software products
Succession planning can be a time-consuming process and succession management software can help make it easier for HR leaders. Learn about some of the top products. Continue Reading
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11 Jan 2024
White House H-1B visa proposals spur controversy
H-1B regulatory reforms risk legal challenges, while industry and critics debate the necessity. Proposed rules favor technical skills, but face pushback from various groups. Continue Reading
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05 Jan 2024
4-day workweek bills use tax breaks to win HR support
Four-day workweek initiatives in some U.S. states faced early setbacks, but now seek to gain traction through voluntary business pilots incentivized by tax credits. Continue Reading
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04 Jan 2024
6 pros and cons of an applicant tracking system
Applicant tracking systems can streamline the hiring process but can also result in an impersonal experience for candidates. Learn more about the pros and cons of ATSes. Continue Reading
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03 Jan 2024
6 benefits of applicant tracking system integration
Learn how applicant tracking system integration can benefit company operations and learn some of the most common integrations, including integrating an ATS with social media. Continue Reading
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21 Dec 2023
Apple's spatial computing could make offices less relevant
Apple's upcoming Vision Pro, a spatial computing platform, could revolutionize virtual collaboration, potentially making traditional offices less important. Continue Reading
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20 Dec 2023
Compound natural disasters emerge as new HR risk
Compounding natural disasters is something businesses will need to plan for. Employees face physical recovery and mental health issues, affecting work performance. Continue Reading
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08 Dec 2023
Recruiting tech glitch adds to military's recruiting struggles
The U.S. Navy, Army and Air Force all faced recruiting shortfalls this year thanks to labor market competition. But challenges include inadequate recruiting technology. Continue Reading
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06 Dec 2023
Plants, natural light in office environments boost well-being
Studies show that adding natural elements to office environments can reduce stress and boost productivity. They might also help attract workers back to the office. Continue Reading
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05 Dec 2023
How to attract and retain neurodiverse talent
Learn how to make the application and interview process easier for neurodivergent candidates and maintain inclusiveness, including promoting a culture of respect and understanding. Continue Reading
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01 Dec 2023
Republican skepticism over federal telework gets airing
House Republicans put federal agencies on the defensive over federal telework, with two lawmakers suggesting that working from home is equivalent to sitting on a couch all day. Continue Reading
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28 Nov 2023
VMware layoffs a familiar Broadcom story
Broadcom has started laying off VMware employees this week, a move that reminds some of how it proceeded when it acquired CA Technologies in 2018. Continue Reading
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22 Nov 2023
Altman to return after OpenAI employees threaten mass exodus
OpenAI employees have some of the most in-demand skills in tech. When a majority threatened to resign over Sam Altman's firing, they had and used that leverage. Continue Reading
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17 Nov 2023
Lawmakers look at how policy hurts employee retention
The U.S. is coming to a crossroads in its quest to maintain a healthy economy. Experts suggest expanding child care support and parental leave policies to boost labor supply. Continue Reading
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16 Nov 2023
12 applicant tracking system features to look for
HR leaders should look for certain applicant tracking system features when evaluating potential ATSes. Learn which features are most important. Continue Reading
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15 Nov 2023
Equipping hiring managers to spot GenAI job candidates
The use of generative AI in crafting resumes and cover letters poses challenges to hiring managers, as it could exaggerate qualifications and influence interview responses. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Nov 2023
employee resource group (ERG)
An employee resource group is a workplace club or more formally realized affinity group organized around a shared interest or identity. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2023
Workplace learning: A complete guide for businesses
Corporate training isn't just about job skills and compliance. With the content delivery power of the web, it's becoming a daily tool for lifelong learning and development. Continue Reading
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02 Nov 2023
Biden seeks H-1B work visa changes as 2024 politics heat up
Biden's administration proposes H-1B visa changes to curb fraud and redefine specialty occupation criteria, which could increase costs for employers. Continue Reading
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01 Nov 2023
Fear of AI might increase workplace turnover
The fear of AI in the workplace may lead to increased employee turnover, costing millions in attrition and lost productivity. Transparency about AI use can mitigate concerns. Continue Reading
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31 Oct 2023
Are employee benefits required by law? Learn which to offer
HR leaders must be aware of which employee benefits are required by law so their organizations can remain compliant. Learn more about which benefits are optional. Continue Reading
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26 Oct 2023
employee training and development
Employee training and development is a set of activities and programs designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities of employees. Continue Reading
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25 Oct 2023
The human problem with generative AI in HR
Generative AI's integration into HR software and processes presents both internal and external challenges, with concerns ranging from technology errors to human complacency. Continue Reading
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24 Oct 2023
4 environmental impacts of remote work
Remote work could have certain sustainability advantages over in-office work. Business and HR leaders can consider these when deciding what options to offer employees. Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2023
12 ways to create a continuous learning culture
Employees might leave if they feel they aren't growing in their roles. Learn how to create a continuous learning culture and see how it can boost retention and grow your business. Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2023
Feds look for AI fingerprints in HR job rejections
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is working to learn all it can to detect AI-based discrimination in screening, recruiting and hiring. Continue Reading
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19 Oct 2023
7 benefits of payroll automation
Automating payroll can help companies in various ways, including reducing costs and employee errors. Learn more about the benefits of payroll automation. Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2023
Outsourcing benefits administration: Learn what to consider
Outsourcing benefits administration can help companies in various ways, but HR leaders should learn what the arrangement will involve before moving forward. Continue Reading
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18 Oct 2023
10 microlearning strategies to boost continual learning
Microlearning can be beneficial for employees because it breaks down topics into manageable chunks. Learn 10 strategies to maximize microlearning's success. Continue Reading
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17 Oct 2023
9 e-learning content providers for your company to consider
Affordable content for your organization's e-learning program is just a few clicks away. Here are some prominent sources of high-quality courses and administrative tools. Continue Reading
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Definition
16 Oct 2023
employee sentiment analysis
Employee sentiment analysis is the use of natural language processing and other AI techniques to automatically analyze employee feedback and other unstructured data to quantify and describe how employees feel about their organization. Continue Reading
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Definition
11 Oct 2023
workforce management (WFM)
Workforce management (WFM) is an integrated set of processes that a company uses to optimize the productivity of its employees. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2023
How to develop successful e-learning content in 10 steps
A well-rounded, engaging, self-paced, skills-oriented e-learning program requires a combination of time-tested teaching practices and advanced online tools and technologies. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2023
HR costs rise as data suggests tech can cut HR staff
New research shows that high-performing HR departments leverage tech and have 40% fewer HR staff. But one expert advised caution when adopting 'shiny, new' capabilities. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
05 Oct 2023
3 ways AI can improve your offboarding process
AI can potentially improve the offboarding process for HR staff by capturing exit interview data and quickly delivering documents, among other uses. Learn more. Continue Reading
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Definition
05 Oct 2023
learning experience platform (LXP)
A learning experience platform (LXP) is an artificial intelligence (AI) driven peer learning platform delivered using software as a service. Continue Reading
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Definition
04 Oct 2023
human resource management (HRM)
Human resource management (HRM) is the practice of recruiting, hiring, deploying and managing an organization's employees. Continue Reading