Talent management
Talent management is a key aspect of a company's operations and HR's responsibilities. Get news, guides and tips on using the right work technology and HR software to manage each area of talent management, including recruiting and onboarding; performance management; succession planning; learning and development; and compensation management.
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Tip
25 Apr 2024
18 must-have HR software features and system requirements
The demands on HR software are only growing more complex. Here's what to focus on to meet your requirements in recruiting, onboarding, employee benefits, compensation and more. Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2024
FTC bans noncompete agreements in split vote
Now that the FTC has issued its final rule banning noncompete clauses, it's likely to face a bevy of legal challenges. Continue Reading
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News
17 Sep 2018
At HR Technology Conference, Walmart says virtual reality works
Virtual reality may be on the cusp of mainstream adoption for HR. It provides an engaging learning experience for employees, according to one early adopter: Walmart. Continue Reading
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News
13 Sep 2018
Amazon, Intel, NBCUniversal spill buying secrets at HR Tech 2018
HR leaders at the 2018 HR Technology Conference & Expo advise listening to vendor pitches without falling prey to shiny-object syndrome. Here are the nuances of what that means. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Aug 2018
Recruiting technology may be hurting veteran employment
Recruiting technology could be contributing to a higher unemployment rate for young veterans. A startup run by a former sub commander is attempting to change this. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Aug 2018
Gartner analyst sees limit to tech's ability to fix hiring bias
The best approach to fixing hiring bias is through an analysis of actual hiring data, a Gartner analyst advises. New technologies have clear limits and won't solve the problem. Continue Reading
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News
08 Aug 2018
Recruiting platforms see large VC investments
VC dollars continue to flow to recruiting platforms, all of which approach the hiring problem in different ways. Their methods illustrate the difficulty of finding candidates. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Aug 2018
Four continuous performance management best practices
In today's world, using traditional annual reviews to manage performance is as effective as relying on print newspapers to get breaking news. Here's how to make a shift to ongoing feedback. Continue Reading
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Definition
31 Jul 2018
employee poaching (talent poaching)
Employee poaching (talent poaching) or job poaching is the recruiting of employees who work at competing companies. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Jul 2018
Recruiting tech turns to text messaging, resumeless apps
The younger generation likes text messaging and may not be big fans of the resume. Recruiting tech vendors are trying to make their platforms more appealing to these age groups. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jul 2018
Automated recruiting solves Groupon's sourcing talent woes
Building a talent pool through effective sourcing is a major effort by Groupon. It is using a recruiting automation tool to find passive candidates. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Jun 2018
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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Tip
27 Jun 2018
Eight human capital management functions every HR department needs
Employee self-service and wellness portals are no longer enough. Now, you need a multipronged strategy that tackles the most urgent talent issues with the right technology. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jun 2018
Recruiting on LinkedIn adds analytics and pointed questions
LinkedIn is releasing an analytics platform at the end of the third quarter. The platform will allow users to quickly compare themselves to other firms. Continue Reading
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News
19 Jun 2018
AI can reduce workplace bias, says CEO of leading HR group
AI technology may help HR reduce workplace bias, according to Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, an HR organization that has 300,000 members. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Jun 2018
Recruiting with social media: Tips, tools and challenges
Using social media in your company's recruiting efforts can help you find hidden talent pools and both active and passive candidates. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2018
AI sentiment analysis system helps gauge employees' feelings
Based on the Xander AI platform, Ultimate Software's Perception system guides Valvoline corporate franchisee in gauging employees' feelings about workplace issues. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Jun 2018
Tech can spot workplace diversity issues, but actions count
The #MeToo movement spurred HR to tackle harassment and boost diversity. Conference speakers said software that calls attention to problems and aids conversations only goes so far. Continue Reading
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Podcast
01 Jun 2018
Four strategies for boosting diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Fidelity Investments' head of talent acquisition weighs in on the importance of inclusiveness, how recruiting can be biased and why technology is critical. Continue Reading
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Podcast
31 May 2018
Six secrets of competitive recruiting best practices
If you're in the market for great talent, you need a stellar recruiting process. Annie Rihn, VP of recruiting at the Zillow Group, offers an inside look at just that. Continue Reading
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News
31 May 2018
News briefs: SAP offers HR tool for visa management
In these news briefs, SAP tackles visa management, Microsoft is using a startup to manage its career site, and a startup has released a blockchain-based HR platform. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 May 2018
New Kronos headquarters design mirrors reinvention play
Kronos is trying to redefine itself as a cloud company. The workforce management software vendor's new headquarters is meant to mirror that change. Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2018
Federal HR wants to modernize cybersecurity recruiting, pay
The U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security wants to modernize recruitment and management of its cybersecurity workforce. It is asking vendors to explain how DHS can achieve its goals. Continue Reading
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Feature
18 May 2018
Huge potential of video interview software comes with risks
Tech-savvy millennials' advantage over older workers risks ageism, and AI needs work handling emotions and ethnicity. But few doubt video's convenience as a data-rich vetting tool. Continue Reading
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News
15 May 2018
Recruiting online giants turn to new technologies
Technology is driving major changes to the recruiting online market. Monster.com and CareerBuilder.com have deployed new job search technologies to improve job seeker experience. Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2018
Continuous performance management firm, BetterWorks, reboots
BetterWorks Systems has a new CEO and has put a sexual harassment lawsuit in its rearview mirror. The startup has $60 million in funding from some top Silicon Valley VC firms. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 May 2018
3 things HR must know about recruiting analytics
As the war for top talent heats up, analytics can help HR departments gain insights across the candidate search and hiring process. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 May 2018
Five recruiting strategies HR needs in a tight labor market
If you want to hire top talent, you need to get strategic. Here's what organizations and their HR departments can do to win at the game of recruitment. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 May 2018
How AI and machine learning help in upskilling employees
The rapidly changing technology landscape requires companies to change their approach to L&D and deliver more individualized learning. Here's how AI and machine learning may help. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Apr 2018
Video interview platforms make headway against consumer tech
Some recruiters prefer the familiarity of popular video tools, like FaceTime and Skype, but they may be missing out on the rich candidate profiles and analytics of dedicated systems. Continue Reading
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News
13 Apr 2018
Contingent workers challenge human capital management strategies
HR management strategies are being tested by the increasing use of contingent workers. Managing them as vendors no longer works, but software is emerging to address the need. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Apr 2018
New HR tools and techniques align employee, company goals
Emerging HR tools and techniques look at augmenting the power of purpose in business by aligning employees' sense of purpose with organizational goals. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2018
Four pillars of a strategic HR framework
As power shifts to candidates, the HR tech landscape explodes and the economy improves, HR professionals are being forced to reinvent their roles. Here's how they should do it. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Apr 2018
3 reasons why you need a new corporate learning strategy
Employees are getting more and more difficult to retain. That's why learning and development programs are so critical. Here's how to update yours. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Feb 2018
A definitive list of talent management software features
Go beyond the marketing hype, and dig beneath the surface to identify the not-so-obvious features you need to assemble a talent management suite that can grow with your company. Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Feb 2018
HR plays to win with gamification for learning
At some companies, corporate education has become a tool for engagement and employee experience. See how gamification is putting the 'fun' in learning fundamentals. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2018
Ceridian workforce management system works for retail
David's Bridal takes advantage of Ceridian's focus on retail, adopting Ceridian's workforce management software to handle complex scheduling of work shifts and integrate with payroll. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Feb 2018
Secrets of winning at your employee experience strategy
Marketing software company HubSpot has landed on numerous best places to work lists, but press about its workplace hasn't been all rosy. CPO Katie Burke shares thoughts on both. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jan 2018
Tips for automating the performance management process
Whether you have a talent management suite or are doing it in documents and email, you can build a people-friendly, efficient process if you know where to put your priorities. Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Jan 2018
HubSpot CPO shares HR technology strategy wisdom
For marketing software company HubSpot, HR technology decisions are led by strategy and employee experience, not by shiny object syndrome. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2018
Onboarding software a weak link, according to HCI-Kronos survey
Onboarding software is a pillar of talent management systems, but many firms are neglecting the technology. First impressions count, and bad onboarding may drive a new hire away. Continue Reading
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News
15 Jan 2018
News briefs: Mobile recruiting interfaces still painful
The pace of HR's mobile app implementation is very slow. Upgrading HR's tech is not the biggest priority in the business. An alternative may be a recruiting site with ATS features. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Aug 2016
General Electric performance review software eliminates ratings
General Electric is replacing ratings of workers with a new performance development application that emphasizes coaching and continuous touch points between employees and managers. Continue Reading
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News
27 Aug 2015
Kronos shift scheduling software a grind for Starbucks worker
On-call scheduling software gets criticized in workers' rights debate, but top employment lawyer says the software helps manage costs. Continue Reading
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Definition
27 Feb 2014
70-20-10 (70-20-10 rule)
70-20-10 is a formula that describes how someone learns to do their job. The formula proposes that on average, 70% of a person's learning at work is internal and experience-based, 20% comes from interacting with fellow employees and 10% is the result of formal training and reading. Continue Reading
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Quiz
13 Aug 2013
Test your knowledge of workforce management tools and software
How much do you know about workforce management software? Take this short quiz and find out. Continue Reading
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Quiz
21 Jan 2013
Talent management systems quiz
Are you an expert on talent management systems, or could your knowledge benefit from some brushing up? Find out by taking this seven-question quiz. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Nov 2012
Taleo
Taleo is a cloud-based talent management software vendor that was acquired by Oracle in February 2012. Continue Reading