As the world of work is rapidly changing amongst digital disruption, HR must keep pace. By 2020, the World Economic Forum (WEF) predicts that the Fourth Industrial Revolution will be here, with robotics, artificial intelligence and automation making some roles…
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The Power of People Skills In the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become a billion dollar industry and its impact can already be seen in today’s workplace. In fact, 54% of human resources (HR) executives believe these technological advancements will affect key roles in the HR organization….
5 Options For Helping Your Workforce Cope With Automation
It’s inevitable. As your organization unveils a driverless vehicle program (or just about any automation or AI platform) designed to promote efficiency and safety, you will hear the same chorus from your workforce: “Are we going to lose our jobs…
3 Steps to Strategic Learning For the Age of Automation
They always show up, even during World Cup games. They can work 12-hour shifts without displaying any signs of fatigue. And they never linger around the break room long after they are due back on the floor. In many ways,…
Robotics in HR: Current Trends and Impact
The human resources division is an integral part of any business. At its core, the HR department’s strategic role is managing employee relations, ensuring high-quality talent acquisition, and ultimately fostering high employee engagement and retention. However, their day-to-day activities are…
You’ll Soon Need a Digital Labor Specialist and a Workforce Shaper
Not all your employees will be replaced by robots, but it’s highly likely they’ll be working side-by-side with an automated device at some point in their careers. As intelligent automation becomes more common in the workplace, businesses are automating specific…
Look For the ‘Human’ When Buying HR Technology
What attracted you initially to a career in HR? Chances are, it wasn’t the opportunity to fill out forms, perform accreditation checks, resolve insurance conflicts, analyze compensation data, or — most of all — create and email spreadsheets. HR is…
How One of the Big 4 Is Helping Workers Cope With the Bots
The workplace is transforming, as companies take advantage of developing technologies and tools. The digital transformation of the global business ecosystem will ultimately impact employees at every level and every company. So how can businesses work with employees to help…