Core HR, payroll and benefits administration
Despite the attraction of trendier technologies, every company needs foundational HR software for core HR, payroll and benefits. Storing records, managing employee benefits and paying people on time are still fundamental responsibilities of HR. These tips, features and news stories will help you stay on top of payroll applications, employee self-service software, benefits administration software and other core HR functions.
Top Stories
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Tip
04 Feb 2022
9 different HR roles and job titles
HR departments are getting increasingly strategic to better support organizations' visions and goals. Here are the HR roles that can help carry out those strategies. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jan 2022
Top strategies and tools to prevent employee isolation
Feelings of isolation and loneliness are growing as employees continue to work from home. Learn strategies and tools that HR and business leaders can use to help. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Nov 2022
New enterprise learning tools put employees in control
The creator economy, peer-based collaborative learning and next-generation content providers are democratizing training and making it more personal -- with a big assist from AI. Continue Reading
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News
23 Nov 2022
Ceridian adds twist in rush to build talent marketplaces
HR platform vendor Ceridian unveiled its internal marketplace -- but unlike other vendors, its platform integrates contractors and staffing agencies, along with employees. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Nov 2022
How virtual reality can benefit soft skills training
Virtual reality can support soft skills training in a number of ways. Learn why more companies and their HR departments are turning to VR simulations. Continue Reading
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News
21 Nov 2022
Pay transparency laws could soon cover 20% of Americans
Employers advertising nationally to fill remote jobs might have no choice but to follow New York City and California laws to disclose pay ranges. Continue Reading
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News
17 Nov 2022
Musk's HR management style at Twitter gets harsh reaction
HR management experts believe Elon Musk is taking Twitter in a direction that's well outside the norm, and may hurt employee commitment and engagement. Continue Reading
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Opinion
10 Nov 2022
What a Republican Congress means for the H-1B visa
Many House Republicans support raising the H-1B minimum salary to $110,000 and distributing visas on the basis of salary, with the highest salaries first in line. Continue Reading
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News
10 Nov 2022
Meta's H-1B layoffs challenge visa holders and U.S. workers
Mark Zuckerberg has taken a prominent role in arguing for increases in H-1B visas. Meta's recent layoffs include visa holders, something that may cost tech clout in Washington. Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2022
Tech jobs grow despite layoffs, hiring freezes and Elon Musk
Hiring and advertising for tech jobs increased last month, according to U.S. data. But so did technical consulting jobs -- a possible sign of weakening full-time hiring. Continue Reading
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News
04 Nov 2022
HR: AI in the workplace complements jobs -- for now
Advice from HR about AI in the workplace can be summed up in one word: Relax. They see AI taking over admin burdens, freeing up employees for other work. But some remain concerned. Continue Reading
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News
31 Oct 2022
DEI policies and politics divide workplace
In today's workplace, many employees avoid co-workers they don't agree with politically, and also work to resist business efforts to deploy DEI policies. Continue Reading
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Podcast
28 Oct 2022
How multi-tenant SaaS HR unified the Hearst conglomerate
Debra Robinson, SVP and CIO at Hearst Communications, takes listeners inside the company's major project to consolidate disparate ERP and HR systems on Oracle Cloud Applications. Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2022
LinkedIn wants to make it easier to hire internal talent
LinkedIn has added a new feature designed to help employees develop their careers and to make it easier for recruiters to identify internal job candidates. Continue Reading
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News
26 Oct 2022
Skills-based hiring an HR strategy for IT talent woes
The global IT labor shortage will persist through 2023, and to compete, employers should consider skills-based hiring and compensation, according to Gartner. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2022
Gartner sees 20% employee turnover for foreseeable future
Employers can expect high turnover to continue because of expanded job opportunities, thanks in part to remote work, according to Gartner analysts. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2022
To compete with tech giants, Strivr opens its VR platform
Derek Belch, founder and CEO of VR startup Strivr, is opening up its platform to accelerate corporate VR training adoption and expand content options. Continue Reading
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News
24 Oct 2022
Visier acquires Paris-based employee skills startup
People analytics company Visier acquired Boostrs, a Paris-based skills mapping startup. It's part of an HR industrywide shift to understand employees by their skills. Continue Reading
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News
19 Oct 2022
As layoffs rise, Oracle HCM releases mass hiring tool
Oracle is rolling out a new set of recruiting tools, including tools that will help companies run events for high-volume hiring, such as on college campuses or for seasonal retail. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 Oct 2022
How to start an inclusive mentoring program
An inclusive mentoring program can improve an employee's sense of belonging and create new relationships between workers. Learn how to start one and mistakes to avoid. Continue Reading
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News
17 Oct 2022
AI adoption, labor shortage accelerate need for upskilling
The impact of AI-enabled automation isn't showing up in productivity data, but it is prompting businesses to upskill and reskill workers to keep up with this tech. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Oct 2022
10 key performance management software features, traits
When HR leaders purchase performance management software, they should confirm it includes features like customization options and 360-degree review. Learn more. Continue Reading
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News
13 Oct 2022
DEI firm that connects job seekers with employers gets $30M
A startup's diversity, equity and inclusion platform raised millions in its latest funding round as employers start turning to third-party systems for help. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Oct 2022
6 best practices for ensuring offboarding cybersecurity
Offboarding can be a tenuous time for cybersecurity if HR leaders don't follow some best practices. Learn what to do about security during an employee's departure. Continue Reading
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News
11 Oct 2022
EEOC employer lawsuits could increase in number, reach
The EEOC is on the verge of gaining a Democratic majority, something that might soon increase the scope of its lawsuits, such as how AI is used in hiring. Continue Reading
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News
29 Sep 2022
Rebuilding Florida after Ian may be slowed by labor shortage
The construction industry, already at relatively low unemployment, may be challenged to meet the demands of rebuilding Florida and other areas hurt by Hurricane Ian. Continue Reading
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News
29 Sep 2022
A study of what makes the best employers 'irresistible'
The secret of what makes a company a best employer isn't HR technology choices, but management thinking, according to HR analyst Josh Bersin in his new book, 'Irresistible.' Continue Reading
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News
26 Sep 2022
4-day workweek productivity claims gather criticism
A preliminary survey from a pilot program of businesses trying out a four-day workweek says the change can be made without hurting productivity. Economists are skeptical. Continue Reading
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News
23 Sep 2022
Workday creates universal skills translator
As employers move from degree-based to skills-based hiring, Workday says employers need a way to translate skills from vendor to vendor. Its new tool is billed to do just that. Continue Reading
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News
21 Sep 2022
SAP's push for HR technology to support 'whole self'
In this Q&A, SuccessFactors' Meg Bear discusses the evolution of the workforce and how SAP's human experience management platform and vision for a whole-self model fit in. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Sep 2022
Ultimate guide to recruitment and talent acquisition
It's no longer good enough to recruit for today. You need to take a long view and build a workforce for the next stage of growth. Here's how talent acquisition helps. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Sep 2022
Top AI recruiting tools and software of 2022
AI is infiltrating almost every corner of recruiting and talent acquisition. Here's how to evaluate AI tools, and 12 that merit serious consideration. Continue Reading
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News
19 Sep 2022
Quiet quitting energized by employee fearlessness
The still-strong job market may be the fuel that keeps quiet quitting alive. Employee fear over job loss has been replaced by an overconfidence in finding a new one. Continue Reading
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News
16 Sep 2022
SAP SuccessFactors HXM targets changing workforce
At the SuccessConnect conference, SAP SuccessFactors focused on the changing world of work and how companies can manage more dynamic workforces, with new modules for HXM Suite. Continue Reading
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News
16 Sep 2022
What's old is new again as Workday aims to break down silos
At its user conference, Workday showcased tech and customer stories on bringing down the walls between HR, IT and finance. It's not a new story, but it may be newly relevant. Continue Reading
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News
15 Sep 2022
The future of HR is big 'A' Agile
The principles of Agile product development can provide guidance on how to incorporate employee voice in processes and ensure resilience in the face of change. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2022
HR leaders bridge gap between business, employee needs
During the Workday Rising event, business leaders shared their struggles with finding a way to balance business and employee needs for returning to the office. Continue Reading
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News
14 Sep 2022
Workday paves way for greater interconnectivity
Workday Rising provided a launch pad for new features including a low code, no code user interface for the Workday app dev platform. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Sep 2022
Best practices to build a sustainable hybrid work model
Discussing employee preferences well before setting policy, and carefully analyzing team collaboration needs and technologies can ensure that the hybrid model works for everyone. Continue Reading
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Tip
12 Sep 2022
Using AI for recruiting: Complete guide for HR pros
As companies battle to find and hire qualified talent, AI-powered software speeds processes, reduces recruitment workloads, improves candidate experiences and refines sourcing. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Sep 2022
How are recruitment and talent acquisition different?
Learn the difference between talent acquisition and recruiting, including the strategic implications each has for your organization and the technologies that help the most. Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2022
Study to discover effects of business automation on jobs
A National Academies research group is trying to find out how AI-enabled business automation will affect the workforce. Arguments land on both side of the spectrum. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Aug 2022
6 ways people analytics can help HR improve retention
Improving retention benefits the entire organization. Learn some ways people analytics can help HR increase retention, from identifying high turnover to improving DEI. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Aug 2022
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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Tip
29 Aug 2022
AI hiring bias: Everything you need to know
Bias and discrimination can creep into your hiring process in all sorts of places. Here are the ones to watch out for, and tips on mitigating their negative effects. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Aug 2022
Guide to developing social media recruiting strategies
To navigate the complexities and avoid the pitfalls of social media recruiting, companies must set goals, choose the right platforms, promote their culture and measure results. Continue Reading
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News
26 Aug 2022
ADP: Automation gains can cut HR service costs
ADP has upgraded its HR service capabilities, shifting more work to employee self-service. It is part of a broad industry effort to automate as much HR work as possible. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Aug 2022
Top 16 applicant tracking systems of 2022
Today's ATSes go beyond processing recruitment documents and communication to include sophisticated talent management features like resume parsing and candidate recommendations. Continue Reading
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News
24 Aug 2022
U.S. spending triggers race to train construction workers
Massive U.S. spending on everything from new roads to wind generation is testing the ability of the government and private sector to churn out enough construction workers. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2022
Talent acquisition a bigger business risk than recession
Talent acquisition and cybersecurity are the two top business risks leaders surveyed by PwC say they face in the current environment. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Aug 2022
4 reasons HR must clean its people analytics data
Ensuring the accuracy of HR's people analytics data is crucial, so HR and other company leaders can make the right decisions. Learn why HR must clean its people analytics data. Continue Reading
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News
17 Aug 2022
Payroll systems migrations lead to errors and anger
Workers at two separate healthcare groups are reporting paycheck errors following migrations to new payroll systems. One is moving to Oracle; the other to Workday. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2022
How AI is transforming the talent acquisition process
Machine learning, natural language processing and RPA can source candidates faster, match their skills better and vet them with less bias. An HR technology expert explains how. Continue Reading
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News
12 Aug 2022
Cobbling together a recruiting software empire
Employ Inc. was created earlier this year to lead a growing portfolio of recruiting software companies that aim to sell to any customers, no matter the size. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Aug 2022
10 best practices and checklist for remote onboarding
Onboarding new hires is one of the trickiest challenges HR teams must face when supporting work-from-home and hybrid models. These tips on remote onboarding provide guidance. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Aug 2022
7 top benefits of expanding people analytics use
HR leaders can use people analytics to benefit their companies in multiple ways, including diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and retention. Learn more about these benefits. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Aug 2022
10 steps in planning a strong recruitment strategy
To attract and hire the right job candidates, examine current policies, solicit feedback, identify workforce gaps, deploy advanced technologies and promote the company brand. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Aug 2022
5 best talent management software systems in 2022
The talent management lifecycle encompasses recruitment, onboarding, performance, training and compensation, so we narrowed the field to five top all-in-one software systems. Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2022
Despite layoffs, hiring still 'red hot'
The hiring spree isn't slowing down, according to data from a new U.S. jobs report. Many employers expect to add workers through the year. Continue Reading
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News
04 Aug 2022
As hybrid work shrinks offices, motion sensor use might grow
Hybrid work is changing when people work and how they use office space -- employees might want more collaboration space. Measuring office use could be a job for motion sensors. Continue Reading
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News
02 Aug 2022
Oracle's 'widespread' layoff aired on LinkedIn
Employees affected by an Oracle layoff turned to LinkedIn Monday to post the news. Several called it 'widespread,' but it seemed limited to certain business units. Continue Reading
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News
28 Jul 2022
Republicans criticize remote work, White House defends it
Republicans want to end remote work and force federal workers back to the office, but White House officials say it's essential in competing with private sector employers. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jul 2022
Layoffs, hiring freezes spell trouble for HR tech market
General Motors is imposing a partial hiring freeze, and Shopify is cutting 10% of its workforce. Actions like these may trickle down to HR budgets. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Jul 2022
6 best practices for managing a contingent workforce
A well-managed contingent workforce can provide welcome relief to businesses juggling their finances during trying times and a practical alternative to hiring permanent employees. Continue Reading
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News
18 Jul 2022
Tulsa group will spend $11M on remote workers in 2022
A new pathway to building local talent pools may be to give remote workers cash incentives to relocate. One city, Tulsa, is spending millions to bring in new workers. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Jul 2022
What HR should consider about digital accessibility
Digital accessibility is important for recruiting, retention and meeting legal requirements. Learn what HR professionals should consider, including how to get started. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jul 2022
UKG looks within to find new CEO
UKG has appointed its former president, Chris Todd, as its new CEO. Todd replaces Aron Ain, who became UKG's CEO after the merger of Kronos and Ultimate Software. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2022
Abortion travel benefits expand despite prosecution threat
A legal battle between employers offering abortion travel benefits and states that ban abortion may be brewing. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jun 2022
Excel for HR: The essential formulas and functions
Using Excel can benefit HR professionals in various ways, including saving them time so they can work on other tasks. Learn 12 important formulas and functions. Continue Reading
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News
29 Jun 2022
Mexico-based education firm named best HR tech startup
A Mexico-based educational platform beat out U.S. firms to win Society for Human Reource Management's HR tech startup competition. It may signal a rise in international competition. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jun 2022
How HR can protect employees' personal information
Employees' personal information is some of the most valuable data at a company, and HR must work to help protect it. Learn how HR can help bolster data security efforts. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jun 2022
Tech layoffs up, job offers gone, but much hiring
Even with the prospect of a recession, many employers are still filling jobs and trying to hold on to knowledge workers, but tech layoffs at startups are beginning to rise. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jun 2022
5-stage remote onboarding checklist for new hire success
New employees have specific needs during the various phases of onboarding, from pre-onboarding to their first months on the job. Use this checklist to welcome -- and retain -- them. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jun 2022
At SHRM conference, HR prepares for the next crisis
The SHRM conference this week took stock of the economic challenges facing HR managers, as well as some business policies and tech moving up in importance. Continue Reading
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News
13 Jun 2022
Stipends for remote work emerge as polarizing issue
As remote work becomes a broader norm, there's debate about whether employees should be reimbursed for home office expenses, especially if it's their choice to work from home. Continue Reading
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Podcast
10 Jun 2022
How an HR-IT partnership can serve the greater good
MOD Pizza's Tara Gambill explains how enterprise IT initiatives, including the digital transformation of HR by deploying SAP SuccessFactors HXM, helped drive the chain's rapid growth. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2022
Companies ready for rocky economic HR tech market
When adopting HR tools from startups, managers protect themselves from economic trouble in the HR tech market with careful analysis before investing. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jun 2022
How to welcome a new employee virtually and boost retention
How can organizations welcome new employees virtually and make sure they feel valued? HR leaders can use these 10 strategies and share them with managers. Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2022
Elon Musk signals the risk remote work faces
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's decision this week to end remote work at the automaker may be an early indication of what's to come during an economic downturn. Continue Reading
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News
02 Jun 2022
Tesla purges remote job openings after Elon Musk edict
Elon Musk has emerged as a leading critic of remote work, saying employees who work from home only pretend to work. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jun 2022
The 4 most common HR data security issues
Common data security issues that HR departments encounter include HR software vulnerabilities and chatbots. Learn about the most common HR data threats and how to prevent them. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 May 2022
Why HR plays an important role in preventing cyber attacks
Human resources information is some of the most sensitive and critical information on company networks. Learn why HR has an important part to play in preventing cyber attacks. Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2022
Remote work gives introverts a voice at meetings
Digital tools are helping quieter employees ask more questions and raise more concerns at meetings, something both Toyota and Google have found in the shift to remote work. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2022
Remote work and the politicization of tech locations
Tech's response to abortion restrictions has been to offer health travel benefits. But there's debate about just how it will affect remote work and business location decisions. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 May 2022
7 talent acquisition strategies for better hiring in 2022
The Great Resignation has intensified the war for talent as the pandemic recedes. Be prepared with an engaging candidate experience and top-notch career site and ATS. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 May 2022
8 talent acquisition and recruitment trends in 2022
2021 was the year remote work and employee experience management came to the fore in HR, while HR also had to manage workforce absences and turnover caused by the pandemic. Continue Reading
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News
16 May 2022
Microsoft Viva gets OKR, shining a light on a niche HR tech
Microsoft is adding an objective and key result -- or OKR -- application to Viva, its employee experience platform. OKR is designed to improve business alignment. Continue Reading
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News
13 May 2022
Federal warning on AI hiring bias now comes with teeth
Federal regulators have been warning employers about the risk of AI bias in hiring. The Justice Department is now involved, which means investigations may be next. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 May 2022
What types of technologies help with remote onboarding?
Types of technologies like onboarding software and company intranet can help with the onboarding process for a remote employee. Learn the tools HR leaders should acquire. Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2022
Visier's collaboration analytics buy is about team dynamics
Collaboration analytics is designed to understand how people and teams work together, a capability Visier is gaining with its recent acquisition of Yva.ai. Continue Reading
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News
06 May 2022
PwC upgrades employee benefits with two week-long shutdowns
Professional services firm PwC is improving its employee benefits and learning and career development programs. It wants employees to have more control over their careers. Continue Reading
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News
05 May 2022
Worldwide remote jobs market may globalize hiring
The outlook for worldwide remote job opportunities is creating an opportunity for startup Oyster, which enables overseas hiring. It reached $1 billion valuation in two years. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 May 2022
4 best practices for creating an internal talent marketplace
Internal mobility is one potential solution to companies' current recruiting problems. Learn about internal talent marketplaces and best practices for creating one. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 May 2022
Top 5 uses for VR in learning and development
Learning and development programs can potentially benefit from the addition of virtual reality, though drawbacks do exist. Learn about VR's potential use cases and its risks. Continue Reading
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News
02 May 2022
Starlink coverage can make remote work very remote
The internet coverage from Starlink satellites can enable remote work just about anywhere, but user experience is not perfect and some cite dropouts during video calls. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2022
'Trust but verify' may boost employee productivity monitoring
For some firms, employee productivity monitoring tools are part of a trust-but-verify approach to the adoption of remote work, four-day workweeks and flexible hours. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Apr 2022
6 potential uses for VR during onboarding
VR can potentially help improve the onboarding process for employees. Learn some ways HR departments can use the technology when a new employee joins the company. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Apr 2022
VR in recruiting, hiring: Current adoption, future potential
Virtual reality has the potential to help employers with aspects of hiring and recruiting like skills evaluations. Learn how the technology could improve the candidate experience. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2022
New Oracle HR tools move employee experience to forefront
Oracle's new employee experience platform includes features that are designed to encourage employees and managers to keep talking and stay engaged. Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2022
Paychex's new time clock uses two touchless biometrics
Time clock systems may be moving away from finger or palm prints to touchless systems. Paychex released a biometric time clock with two touchless systems, iris and face scans. Continue Reading
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News
11 Apr 2022
Amazon unexpectedly renews employee monitoring debate
Amazon is reportedly considering an employee monitoring tool that would block certain words, such as 'robots.' It may never happen, the company said, but it has spurred debate. Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2022
H-1B, green card work visa bill advances after testy debate
A new work visa reform is heading to the U.S. House floor, following a key committee vote Wednesday. The bill phases out per-country caps on green cards. Continue Reading