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- March 27, 2024
27 Mar'24
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.
- March 21, 2024
21 Mar'24
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.
- March 20, 2024
20 Mar'24
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.
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- March 14, 2024
14 Mar'24
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.
- March 08, 2024
08 Mar'24
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
- March 05, 2024
05 Mar'24
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.
- March 01, 2024
01 Mar'24
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.
- February 21, 2024
21 Feb'24
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.
- February 15, 2024
15 Feb'24
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.
- February 15, 2024
15 Feb'24
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.
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- February 08, 2024
08 Feb'24
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.
- February 01, 2024
01 Feb'24
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.
- January 31, 2024
31 Jan'24
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.
- January 29, 2024
29 Jan'24
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.
- January 18, 2024
18 Jan'24
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.
- January 17, 2024
17 Jan'24
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.
- January 12, 2024
12 Jan'24
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.
- January 11, 2024
11 Jan'24
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.
- January 05, 2024
05 Jan'24
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.
- December 21, 2023
21 Dec'23
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.
- December 20, 2023
20 Dec'23
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.
- December 08, 2023
08 Dec'23
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.
- December 06, 2023
06 Dec'23
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.
- December 01, 2023
01 Dec'23
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.
- November 28, 2023
28 Nov'23
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.
- November 22, 2023
22 Nov'23
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.
- November 17, 2023
17 Nov'23
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.
- November 15, 2023
15 Nov'23
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.
- November 02, 2023
02 Nov'23
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.
- November 01, 2023
01 Nov'23
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.
- October 25, 2023
25 Oct'23
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.
- October 23, 2023
23 Oct'23
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.
- October 06, 2023
06 Oct'23
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.
- October 03, 2023
03 Oct'23
HR vendors agree: Generative AI isn't hype
The generative AI race is on as major HR vendors discuss how they plan to integrate the tech into their applications and make it available to customers in the coming year.
- October 02, 2023
02 Oct'23
Supreme Court rejects IT worker challenge of OPT
The Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge against the Optional Practical Training program, which allows STEM grads to work in the U.S. for up to three years on an F-1 visa.
- September 28, 2023
28 Sep'23
Workday: Conversational AI will change how we work
In six to 12 months, Workday will roll out generative AI uses for everything from job description writing to contract verification. Conversational AI will be part of the UI.
- September 21, 2023
21 Sep'23
Emissions data strengthens case for remote, hybrid work
A Cornell University-Microsoft study shows that remote work cuts carbon emissions, but how much depends on the model itself as one day of working from home a week is negligible.
- September 20, 2023
20 Sep'23
Oracle adds employee recognition, rewards to its cloud HCM
Oracle boosts its Cloud HCM suite with an employee recognition platform and healthcare-tailored workforce scheduling tool, leveraging insights from its $28B Cerner Corp. purchase.
- September 15, 2023
15 Sep'23
Employers cutting remote, hybrid work from tech job ads
Employers are being less upfront in job ads about the possibility of remote and hybrid work. The percentage of tech job ads that mention it has declined from a peak last summer.
- August 31, 2023
31 Aug'23
Hiring remains competitive, despite cooling labor market
The labor market is seeing fewer quit rates than during the COVID-19 pandemic peak. The Conference Board's survey reveals a decline in hiring expectations among CHROs.
- August 30, 2023
30 Aug'23
Walmart: Generative AI tool will assist workers, not replace them
Walmart said its new generative AI tool aims to free employees from repetitive tasks. Officials said that while AI boosts efficiency, it has limitations.
- August 30, 2023
30 Aug'23
UAW's push for 32-hour workweek might have roots in AI
The auto industry's shift to electric vehicles, automation and AI could redefine labor roles -- and it might be a driver behind the United Auto Workers' push for a 32-hour workweek.
- August 24, 2023
24 Aug'23
Senator seeks tech GI Bill as AI replaces jobs
A new study reveals that women are twice as likely to lose jobs to AI than men. Meanwhile, U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell is seeking an AI training bill similar to the GI Bill.
- August 24, 2023
24 Aug'23
Workday shows glimpse of generative AI strategy
Workday plans to unveil its generative AI strategy next month. While details are still unknown, experts say it will likely reflect what other HCM vendors are already doing.
- August 21, 2023
21 Aug'23
Abortion benefits become double-edged sword
Businesses offering abortion benefits have seen an 8% increase in job posting clicks, but they also are seeing a significant increase in employees referring to them as 'woke.'
- August 16, 2023
16 Aug'23
Study: Noncompete agreements hurt job mobility, innovation
As the Federal Trade Commission considers banning noncompete agreements, a new study from the National Bureau of Economic Research shows why doing so could be beneficial.
- August 14, 2023
14 Aug'23
Tech groups seek changes to H-1B lottery
A surge in H-1B lottery registrations, some legitimate and some potentially fraudulent, is prompting efforts to reform the system. Any new rules will require public input.
- August 10, 2023
10 Aug'23
Flexible back-to-office mandates may bring less quit risk
As the post-pandemic work landscape evolves, flexibility in work arrangements has become a priority for employees. Companies that adapt to it may reduce flight risks.
- August 07, 2023
07 Aug'23
IBM seeks bigger role in HR tech with Watson Orchestrate
IBM Watson Orchestrate, which automates repetitive HR tasks, uses a conversational interface to manage and simplify multiple application workflows in HR.
- August 03, 2023
03 Aug'23
Lawmakers seek to restrict 'bossware'
AI-enabled bossware and employee monitoring tech is getting increasing attention in the U.S. Senate and by the White House. An effort may be made to get a bill passed.
- July 19, 2023
19 Jul'23
Republicans back lawsuit to end Optional Practical Training
Republican lawmakers are urging the Supreme Court to take up a lawsuit challenging the legitimacy of the Optional Practical Training program, a student visa work program.
- July 13, 2023
13 Jul'23
Hybrid work helps to empty federal offices
Multiple issues, including the rise of hybrid work, have left federal offices largely empty. The U.S. government might start turning over some of these properties for commercial use.
- July 11, 2023
11 Jul'23
Affirmative action ban raises stakes for tech industry
The Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling could change tech recruiting, prompting companies to broaden recruiting efforts and increase anti-bias training.
- July 05, 2023
05 Jul'23
Time-to-hire is now longer, but San Francisco's wait is epic
A competitive job market is increasing the time-to-hire for employers. While HR tech can speed some parts of the hiring process, it can't compete against multiple offers.
- June 29, 2023
29 Jun'23
How companies straddle the return-to-office debate
LinkSquares, a Boston-based startup, faced challenges in a five-day-a-week return-to-office schedule, highlighting the push-pull dynamics over office returns.
- June 28, 2023
28 Jun'23
Oracle to add generative AI to HR systems by year's end
Oracle is adding generative AI to its HR platform, and claims it will deliver significant efficiency gains. But the AI output will be in areas where human review takes place.
- June 22, 2023
22 Jun'23
Mastercard, Moderna expect AI to improve jobs, productivity
The HR chiefs at Mastercard and Moderna see much potential in AI's future and ability to help their organizations. That includes helping them shape upskilling programs.
- June 21, 2023
21 Jun'23
Study: Tech industry often denies job interviews to women
A study by Hired found improved but persistent bias in tech industry hiring. In 2022, 38% of positions sent interview invitations exclusively to men, down from 45% in 2018.
- June 16, 2023
16 Jun'23
SHRM CEO addresses AI 'nightmare' in HR
SHRM is pushing back against predictions that AI in HR will lead to job losses. The association's CEO Johnny Taylor believes AI will augment HR roles.
- June 14, 2023
14 Jun'23
Conflicts, questions over generative AI at SHRM
At the SHRM conference this week, the increased use of AI, especially generative AI, in HR was a major focus. Discussions centered on skills, regulation and use cases.
- June 12, 2023
12 Jun'23
Apple Vision Pro may energize adoption of VR/AR learning
The cost of Apple Vision Pro, its new AR/VR product, might inhibit enterprise adoption. But the hands-free platform, controlled by gestures, could drive new types of content.
- June 09, 2023
09 Jun'23
Ceridian burnout tool gauges exhaustion, cynicism, efficacy
Ceridian has developed a 'burnout dashboard' to identify employees experiencing work fatigue. Although intended to help, some fear it could penalize underperforming workers.
- June 05, 2023
05 Jun'23
As HR adopts AI in hiring, the risks are mounting
On July 5, New York City's anti-bias law requires independent audits of AI hiring tools and publication of findings, which creates new risk and could discourage use of these tools.
- May 31, 2023
31 May'23
Generative AI could make employee surveys truly anonymous
Qualtrics is exploring generative AI to maintain anonymity in employee surveys by rewriting responses, a move that could enhance participation and trust.
- May 23, 2023
23 May'23
UKG integrates generative AI into HR tech with Google Vertex
UKG is using Google's Vertex AI platform to test and explore generative AI and sees it delivering conversational capabilities across its services and internal processes.
- May 18, 2023
18 May'23
Federal regulators urge HR to perform AI bias audits
The EEOC's latest warning about AI bias in hiring might prompt employers to conduct AI audits, either done internally or with independent third parties.
- May 17, 2023
17 May'23
Florida immigration law creates problems for HR, economy
A new Florida immigration law requires companies with 25-plus employees to use E-Verify to check work authorization status. Experts fear it could result in significant job losses.
- May 09, 2023
09 May'23
HireVue, a video interview pioneer, acquires Modern Hire
HireVue has acquired Modern Hire, creating a combined customer base of 1,150 and little overlap. The companies aim to develop an integrated HR platform.
- May 09, 2023
09 May'23
LinkedIn layoffs a response to slower revenue growth
LinkedIn is cutting 716 jobs, including management roles, and making organizational changes to speed up decisions. Despite LinkedIn’s layoffs, the tech industry is hiring.
- May 08, 2023
08 May'23
As H-1B visa registrations near 1M, odds of a visa decline
The new H-1B electronic registration system is seeing explosive demand that significantly reduces the chances of winning a visa in the lottery. It might also be expanding fraud.
- May 02, 2023
02 May'23
White House begins inquiry of employee monitoring practices
The White House has launched an inquiry into employee monitoring practices. It follows the U.S. Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights, which seeks limits on unchecked surveillance.
- April 28, 2023
28 Apr'23
H-1B visa fraud probe follows a move to $10 registrations
A surge in H-1B visa registrations for selection in the visa lottery has the U.S. questioning whether the new, affordable registration model is being abused.
- April 28, 2023
28 Apr'23
Calif. advances bill to restrain criminal background checks
The California State Senate's Judiciary Committee approved revisions to a criminal background check designed to help people with convictions get hired.
- April 26, 2023
26 Apr'23
Study: Generative AI boosts productivity, retention
A study by the National Bureau of Economic Research found that generative AI boosts productivity by 14%, reduces stress and increases employee retention in customer support roles.
- April 21, 2023
21 Apr'23
SAP's new San Francisco office sets its hybrid work approach
SAP's new San Francisco office encourages in-person interaction and community building among its diverse workforce. Its design was informed by employee input.
- April 20, 2023
20 Apr'23
Oracle HCM adds new career development tool
Oracle HCM says its new HR tool, Oracle Grow, helps employees develop skills by providing career options, paths and training amid a rapidly changing job market.
- April 19, 2023
19 Apr'23
Calif. lawmakers might mandate active shooter training
California lawmakers are advancing legislation to require active shooter training for all businesses. The bill aims to better prepare employees for workplace violence.
- April 17, 2023
17 Apr'23
A rise in workplace violence gets a tech response
Mass shootings in the U.S. are rising, with workplaces being common targets. This has led to the development of advanced weapon detection and employee threat identification tools.
- April 06, 2023
06 Apr'23
How ChatGPT might change HR's job
HR tech companies are racing to find ways to use LLMs, which can speed up tasks such as writing communications. But the technology comes with risks and a need for human oversight.
- April 05, 2023
05 Apr'23
DEI initiatives hurt by budget cuts, hostile politics
Diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives face multiple attacks from layoffs, budget cuts and political opposition that question the value of these programs.
- April 03, 2023
03 Apr'23
Remote work is in decline, but not with this CEO
Beeline Inc.'s shift to remote work increased productivity. CEO Doug Leeby avoids mandating office returns and is planning a collaboration-focused office redesign.
- March 29, 2023
29 Mar'23
ChatGPT makes gains in HR, one beta at a time
HR vendors are cautiously adopting ChatGPT to summarize text and create job descriptions, but concerns about bias and inaccuracy limit its use -- for now.
- March 23, 2023
23 Mar'23
Hireology CEO: ChatGPT will kick off HR tech arms race
Hireology's ChatGPT-based tool, Beaker, helps create job descriptions using customer information, speeding up the process but still involving humans.
- March 21, 2023
21 Mar'23
U.S. sets code rewrite on job ads seeking H-1B, OPT workers
Dice's parent company, DHI Group, has reached a voluntary agreement with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission over job ads that allegedly favored foreign workers.
- March 20, 2023
20 Mar'23
Amazon’s latest round of layoffs includes HR
Amazon has cut another 9,000 jobs in HR, Amazon Web Services and advertising, citing the need to be 'leaner' due to economic uncertainty. The company laid off 18,000 in January.
- March 17, 2023
17 Mar'23
ChatGPT's threat to white-collar jobs, cognitive automation
ChatGPT has the potential to accelerate cognitive automation, or automate problem solving and critical thinking tasks that are now completed by white-collar workers.
- March 14, 2023
14 Mar'23
With self-criticism, Meta layoff cuts deep, hits recruiters
Meta's layoff is part of a strategy to reduce its management layers and create a flatter organization. But it may be trading one risk for another.
- March 13, 2023
13 Mar'23
How the SVB collapse upended payroll for thousands
The Silicon Valley Bank collapse came as a shock to payroll processors, who had to quickly explain what happened to customers and create alternative payment plans.
- March 13, 2023
13 Mar'23
Continuous employee listening gets boost from Qualtrics
Continuous listening tools can provide immediate insights into changing employee sentiment and complement annual or quarterly employee surveys, if not replace them.
- March 03, 2023
03 Mar'23
A question at HR Tech: Will ChatGPT take HR jobs?
ChatGPT has sparked interest about its effect on HR. It could offer HR new capabilities, such as generating job ads, but there are concerns about errors and bias.
- February 28, 2023
28 Feb'23
Nearly 40% of software engineers will only work remotely
Hired's annual software engineering study found that remote work is now a competitive hiring differentiator. It also found that younger engineers are at a greater risk of layoffs.
- February 23, 2023
23 Feb'23
Lawsuit alleges Workday's AI enables hiring bias
An older Black man with a disability is accusing Workday's technology of hindering his pursuit for employment, claiming its AI is biased. Workday says the lawsuit has no merit.
- February 23, 2023
23 Feb'23
Top L&D skills now include management, communication
Employers are putting soft skills -- such as management, leadership and communication -- as their top learning and development priority, according to LinkedIn.
- February 22, 2023
22 Feb'23
HR SaaS prices rise, especially for new implementations
The cost of implementing new HR SaaS software is on the rise as contractor wages increase. HR software prices are going up overall, requiring sharper negotiation skills.
- February 15, 2023
15 Feb'23
SAP.io selects 5 Web 3.0 startups that HR may want
SAP has picked five Web 3.0 startups that reflect the direction of HR, including companies that provide ways to pay employees in cryptocurrency and use holographic images.
- February 15, 2023
15 Feb'23
Proposed FTC noncompete rule triggers 5,000 comments
Stakeholders are divided on the Federal Trade Commission's proposed ban on noncompete agreements, offering more than 5,000 comments ahead of the FTC's public hearing Thursday.
- February 10, 2023
10 Feb'23
Employee monitoring notification laws gain steam
The increasing use of productivity-measuring tools is giving rise to employee monitoring notification laws. Legislation is gaining in the states, and Congress now has a bill.
- February 02, 2023
02 Feb'23
EEOC hearing on AI bias criticized as one-sided
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission held a hearing this week to examine how AI bias can hurt job seekers. But the panel's composition was accused of being unbalanced.
- January 31, 2023
31 Jan'23
Despite a layoff, Workday is still hiring
Workday's layoff is part of a growing list of tech companies cutting employees. But the company says it didn't overhire and is instead taking steps toward realignment.
- January 27, 2023
27 Jan'23
HR tech companies' layoffs reveal hard facts
As the economy softens, HR tech companies are trimming payrolls. Several with $1 billion valuations have announced layoffs this month, citing concern for the future.