It's wait-and-see for annual performance review alternatives

Such reviews still exist but are losing traction. Are the supposed replacements any better?

By Tom Starner • Sept. 21, 2016

Emerging analytics tech can tell an employer which employees are looking for a job

This new data gathering tech could help employers figure out who may be thinking of leaving, but the privacy issue is inevitable.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 12, 2016

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What HR pros need to know about AI in the workplace

The workplace is forging ahead with artificial intelligence, while HR functions like L&D scramble to keep pace.

By HR Dive staff

Will electronic badges that track employee voice, movement catch on?

Wellness trackers have paved the way for a new generation of performance tracking technology.

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 9, 2016

Gen Z, millennials want their tech, but admit it hurts productivity

Face-time matters to the employees in the Gen Z demographic, as 41% of them report corporate offices are their workplace preference.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 7, 2016

Choosing the right HR technology requires proper planning

Shopping for new HR technology is as confusing as ever.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 6, 2016

SAP introducing bias-detecting software into its HR tech suite

With diversity becoming a key HR concern, more companies are looking to artificial intelligence as a solution. 

By Kathryn Moody • Sept. 6, 2016

Coursera launches business platform for employers

The launch is Coursera's entry into the multi-billion dollar global corporate online learning market, which is growing at the rate of between 5-10%.

By Tom Starner • Sept. 2, 2016

How HR can help improve cybersecurity and prevent 'spoofing'

While the shift to digital has enabled HR and the business world to be more productive, generally, it's created a powerfully bad conundrum for employers. 

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 31, 2016

Startups that focus on real-time employee data are gaining ground

Glint's recent strong funding round continues the trend of high investment in HR tech by venture capitalists.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 31, 2016

Study: Smartphones at the desk crush productivity

Banning workplace digital devices is not realistic, but these findings can give HR leaders and employers insight on internal behaviors.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 31, 2016

Are 'digital leaders' the new breed of successful CHROs?

Leaders that can adapt to today's technically modern, diverse market are delivering better business results, according to a new study.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 31, 2016

Ransomware continues to plague HR data security

HR is especially susceptible to attack due to being adjacent to multiple company operations.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 30, 2016

Chipotle suffers NLRB sanction for following outdated social media policy

Employers crafting social media employee use policies need to ensure guidelines are precise and timely to avoid NLRB scrutiny.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 29, 2016

Venture capital continues to invest in HR tech

The move to the cloud in HR spaces has maintained investor attention.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 26, 2016

The top 5 trends to watch at the 2016 HR Tech Conference and Expo

Steve Boese, the conference's program co-chair, shared what he's noticed in the industry.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 26, 2016

LMS market expected to grow by over $10B by 2021

While academic LMS still dominate, corporate LMS are gaining ground due to a specialized need by employers.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 16, 2016

Workday and IBM extend current relationship with 7-year deal

Workday will use IBM’s SoftLayer cloud-computing service to "test and develop" new programs, according to The Wall Street Journal.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 16, 2016

Contingent hiring often leaves HR out of the picture

But HR can get in the loop by using the right tools and programs, according to SHRM.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 16, 2016

Study: Employers missing the mark with data analytics

It is a much discussed but underused tool, especially when recording talent ROI, according to a new white paper.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 12, 2016

HR pressed to increase defenses against cybercrime

As the holder of critical company data, HR needs to sharpen its focus on cyber risk.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 5, 2016

Why documentation is more important than ever for compliance

More judges are placing emphasis on the decision-making process, meaning the "good faith" defense is changing.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 4, 2016

HR searching far and wide for those who can code

Coding has become part of more than just tech development at most companies. But the fight for talent with that particular skill is already fierce.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 3, 2016

Fitness trackers, apps to stay unregulated, says FDA

While the gray areas of personal data privacy still remain, most people had positive responses to the FDA's decision.

By Tom Starner • Aug. 1, 2016

Survey: Applicant quality continues to plague employers

While 72% of hiring managers say they provide clear job descriptions, only 36% of candidates agree.

By Tom Starner • July 27, 2016

Mental health and wellness solutions hit the app space

Texting toward better mental health may soon be possible for more employees.

By Tom Starner • July 21, 2016