HR systems and HCM software

Get news, tips and tutorials on HR systems and HCM software. Here's information on the technical aspects of HCM implementation, including deploying HCM in the cloud, HR data management and mobile HR, as well as technologies that are sweeping HR software, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and social collaboration.

January 14, 2021 14 Jan'21
Democrats push for AI bias testing

Lawmakers in states and Congress are showing increasing interest in guarding against AI bias. Legislation in California and New York City seeks system audits.
January 12, 2021 12 Jan'21
Digital vaccine certificate looms as HR's next problem

HR departments may want electronic proof of an employee's COVID-19 vaccination, but it's unclear when digital vaccine certificates will be ready.
January 07, 2021 07 Jan'21
Capitol insurrection leads to job loss, search for participants

Employers interested in whether their employees took part in the U.S. Capitol insurrection and stormed the building may want to proceed with caution, legal and HR experts said.
December 29, 2020 29 Dec'20
2021 HR trends include widening pay gap between men, women

2020 was an eventful year for HR and may act as a trigger for some significant HR trends to play out in the new year, according to Gartner's Brian Kropp.

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human capital management (HCM)

Human capital management (HCM) is a comprehensive set of practices and tools used for recruiting, managing and developing employees. Continue Reading
How to handle layoffs with compassion -- or possibly avoid them

Handling layoffs with compassion and sensitivity is critical for the employee experience of those who are leaving and staying. Here's advice on how to do so. Continue Reading
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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HR technology platforms support safe return to the office

Office reopening plans that ensure employee safety, monitor employee health and keep employees informed may soon include preparations for COVID-19 vaccinations. Continue Reading
3 critical employee experience technologies for the 'new normal'

Since COVID-19 hit, HR leaders and their teams have pivoted to support the employee experience in new ways. Here's how technology has been critical to that support. Continue Reading
20 social media recruiting strategies that work

Social media platforms are a must-have in any successful recruiting strategy. Here are the ins and outs and not-so-obvious pitfalls and tricks you need to know. Continue Reading

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AI tools and technologies reshape workplace planning

As enterprises prep for greater numbers of workers returning to the office, AI, analytics and automated workflows play critical roles in maintaining workplace continuity. Continue Reading
Understand workplace COVID-19 contact tracing issues, methods

COVID-19 contact tracing for offices, businesses, restaurants and other workplaces is a challenge for employers. Here is a look at different methods and how testing can work. Continue Reading
The importance of employee well-being and how technology can help

Technology can serve an important role in promoting employee wellness. Here's a look at why that matters and who should be involved. Continue Reading

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How HR can best use Qualtrics in the employee lifecycle

To improve the employee experience, the problems must first be understood. Here's a look at how HR can delve into sentiment and the best moments to do so. Continue Reading
7 remote onboarding tips to improve the new-hire experience

Onboarding new hires is one of the trickier aspects HR teams must face when using a work-from-home model. These seven tips on remote onboarding provide guidance. Continue Reading
5 post-pandemic workplace changes due to safety concerns

The COVID-19 pandemic has already had a profound effect on workplaces. Here are five of those changes and what they mean for HR teams. Continue Reading