Technology has changed the world as we know it, and as other industries and departments have evolved accordingly, so too has human resources. A strong HR department is essential to every business, and the advent of new tech often promises vast improvements to the field. But when it comes to such a human-centric industry, new […]
Jobs and the skills of the future are changing rapidly. In fact, 79% of jobs in Hong Kong will be transformed in the next three years according to a recent Microsoft report. This mean’s the war for future-ready talent with the right mix of education and adaptability is shrinking and the competition fiercer than ever. In today’s market […]
Human resources professionals are in the business of people. Unfortunately, it’s all-too-easy to get caught up in the day-to-day minutiae of retirement plans, PTO logs, and annual reviews, at the expense of initiatives that engage and motivate staff. How can you establish a work environment that offers more than just a paycheck — the kind […]
I noticed this conversation on LinkedIn this week and it really made me think: Technology was supposed to make our work lives easier but it turns out that for many of us it has made it even busier. Businesses can now hook workers around the clock almost every day of the year using messaging tools […]
According to a new survey by 4 Media Group and Andrews Heat for Hire, feeling warm at work makes people more productive. The survey focused on five major cities in the UK and looked at how the cold affects people’s productivity and happiness in the workplace during winter. The results suggest that being cold makes […]
Boston got hit with its third snowstorm in two weeks recently, and more than a few work initiatives overseen by nearby colleagues got lost in the blizzard — including a high-level meeting on workforce planning. Today was supposed to be a big roundtable where senior HR people set their crystal ball on the table to […]
Human resources is an important part of any organization, playing a key role in the strength and vitality of its workforce. While working in human resources can vary between organizations and roles, the overall goal of the field is the same: to support employee recruitment, retention, engagement and overall productivity. What Does Human Resources Do? According […]
You’ve been following and reading the HR Software Solutions blog for years because you’re likely in the human resources industry. If you’re feeling stuck in a rut, how do you take your career to the next level? This recent article from USNews.com gives practical advice how online programs could boost your career. Here’s an excerpt: […]
A human resources employee was fired after he appeared to mock a prospective job applicant’s English in an email. Emily Huynh’s father, Minh Huynh, is a Vietnamese immigrant who is still working on his English, so she reads over her father’s emails at the end of the day to help him understand words that tripped […]
Before starting your career in human resources—or even before you decide to study HR management in a course or college setting—you should be aware of the needs and expectations within the industry. In terms of potential for growth, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that HR manager positions are set to grow 13% by 2022. This […]