Eight HR analytics that employers can use to improve workforce productivity

Data is everywhere within HR, but using it successfully requires a unified, focused approach, says an expert.

By Tom Starner • March 2, 2016

Outdated tech may be costing US employers $1.8T thanks to 'repetitive tasks'

Common workplace gripes about outdated technology are more than baseless employee complaints.

By Tom Starner • March 2, 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 recruiting and L&D scramble to keep pace.

By HR Dive staff

How IBM's Watson may help improve workplace cardio health

Three major players, including the American Heart Association, are working together to offer an app that will try a "big data" approach.

By Tom Starner • March 1, 2016

Zenefits to lay off 17% of workforce in order to 'grow in a controlled way'

It's part of new CEO David Sack's continued mission to 'refocus' the controversy-plagued tech company.

By Kathryn Moody • Feb. 26, 2016

How a new workplace app may make employers change their ways

Plans are in motion for a smartphone app that would give lower-paid workers an alternative path to reporting workplace health and safety issues.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 26, 2016

The five personalities of tech frustration and how to handle them

Tech can be annoying – but frustration of all types can be overcome with training.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 24, 2016

Predictive analytics: Why big data may mean big changes in recruiting, HR

Big data may eventually transform HR at employers of all sizes and types, experts say.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 21, 2016

How two firms are helping employers land top college talent

Campus recruiting season is in full-swing. Employers need every advantage to land the best and the brightest.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 19, 2016

8 reasons why not all cloud-based HR tech is created equal

Companies should remember that some cloud platforms won't work for certain organizations, according to an expert.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 18, 2016

Will augmented reality become a key training tool?

The technology is getting its first real test within the utlity segment by attempting to help improve safety and efficiency.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 17, 2016

Mobile apps are making retirement planning more user-friendly

They are opening new vistas for accessing and managing defined contribution retirement planning, according to Employee Benefits News.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 12, 2016

HR analytics must ensure employee data privacy, experts warn

Data analytics are on the rise within HR, but the technology can raise personal privacy issues if not executed right.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 8, 2016

Time to review electronic discovery amendments, say experts

New changes to electronic discovery rules in employee litigation could help employers defend their positions.

By Tom Starner • Feb. 1, 2016

Man vs. machine: Did recruitment technology lose its humanity?

As the tech got more sophisticated, the tension grew between the humanity and the science of recruitment. But 2016 may be a breakout year for recruiters trying to connect.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 28, 2016

Big data creates advantages for learning and development strategies

It is transforming business, but it can also help transform L&D.

By Tom Starner • Jan. 24, 2016

Giving Up on Workplace Wellness in 2016?

There’s frustration among employers over low engagement. Here’s what programs will look like next year.

By Jan Bruce • Jan. 21, 2016

Digital media a mixed blessing for today's workforce

A survey that polled global workers found that digital media is here to stay, though employers may want to think more carefully about how they use it.

By Tom Starner • Jan. 20, 2016

Mobile-based learning requires workplace change, but it's here to stay

Learning on mobile isn't going away anytime soon, says Talent Management.

By Tom Starner • Jan. 14, 2016

A startup offers users the chance to read HR tech user reviews online

An innovative startup, G2 Crowd, offers HR professionals free reviews (and more) of around 1,200 HCM products, according to Human Resource Executive.

By Tom Starner • Jan. 8, 2016

HR tech look-back: Companies chose Software-as-a-Service in 2015 (again)

HR Tech investment continued the ongoing shift to SaaS solutions.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 16, 2015

Mobile, social platforms will continue to trend in 2016 HR tech, survey says

Tech is more and more aligned with creating strong employee engagement.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 16, 2015

Despite hiccups, cloud-based 'freemium' HR vendors still worth a look

These low-cost HR tech providers may be stumbling, but that doesn't mean they need to be avoided entirely.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 14, 2015

Workday, ADP create an alliance for a 2016 deal

The two HR tech giants and sometime competitors are cozying up to better serve multinational clients, according to Fortune.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 4, 2015

Expert: Why HR must unite with sales and services

One expert gives her view on why companies need to seriously consider integration of these parts of business.

By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 4, 2015

Mercer getting into the game-based recruiting space

HR consulting giant Mercer is investing Pymetrics, according to a company announcement.

By Tom Starner • Dec. 4, 2015