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March 23, 2021 23 Mar'21
Microsoft: Workers want hybrid work, not digital exhaustion

A hybrid work environment is the future at Microsoft and for most companies. In a recent survey, the vendor found that employees want some in-person activities to return.
March 05, 2021 05 Mar'21
Schneider Electric shifts to hybrid workplace

The hybrid workplace model is being embraced by Schneider Electric, which is moving to coworking offices for its employees. The firm sees it as an adaptable, if challenging, option.
December 17, 2020 17 Dec'20
SuccessFactors gets serious about employee time management

COVID-19 has increased demand by employers for flextime management capabilities. That will be a significant feature in the new SAP SuccessFactors employee time management system.
August 28, 2020 28 Aug'20
Kronos-Ultimate get new name; Workday gets a co-CEO

The newly merged Kronos and Ultimate Software will be called UKG or Ultimate Kronos Group. Its big competitor, Workday, had an announcement of its own this week, a co-CEO.

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Facilities planning process balances safety and productivity

Strategic facilities management plans embrace technologies that ensure safe, productive work environments for increasing numbers of employees returning to the office. Continue Reading
What technology did HR need because of the pandemic in 2020?

2020 complicated HR teams' ability to help manage employees. Here's a look at three ways technology helped, including strengthening security and using new video platforms. 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

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Facilities planners, managers look to cloud enterprise platforms

AI, analytics, collaboration software and advanced HVAC technology help reconfigure and manage safe and flexible workplace environments for employees returning to the office. Continue Reading
Future workplace planning emphasizes collaboration, flexibility

ServiceNow's Kevin Nanney discusses the technologies businesses are implementing to smartly manage and reshape their offices into flexible, collaborative neighborhood workspaces. Continue Reading
HR technology platforms advance return-to-office plans

ServiceNow's Kevin Nanney discusses the tools and technologies businesses are implementing to ensure worker safety, boost employee engagement and consolidate digital workflows. Continue Reading

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How to prevent employee burnout: 6 essentials

Preventing employee burnout can be more difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic, but companies should help employees before they hit that point. Here are some strategies to try. Continue Reading
Workforce strategy and planning in times of crisis

HR, IT and facilities managers are focused on reconfiguring workplaces and the technologies that ensure the safety, productivity and privacy of employees returning to the office. Continue Reading
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

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18 HR cost reduction ideas for the 2020 COVID-19 recession

The COVID-19 recession demands creativity to stay competitive. Here's a look at 18 HR cost reduction ideas -- including freezing HR tech projects -- that have the potential to help. 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
5 tips to foster remote employee engagement

COVID-19 has left many businesses no choice but to send their employees home to work. Here are some things that HR can do to keep remote employees engaged and productive. Continue Reading