Disruption or Displacement? What AI Means for Work and Workers
The name Geoffrey Hinton might not be familiar to you, but he and the technology that he helped create and inspire, are likely to have a significant impact on your organization and maybe even your own career in the next few years. Hinton, widely known as the “Godfather of AI,” is a British-Canadian scientist whose…
Read MoreRe-thinking Remote Work and the Benefits of Being in the Office
Is it possible that instead of being out-of-touch and stuck in the past, CEOs who have called for white collar workers to return to the office just might be wiser than we think? A new episode of At Work in America with guest Peter Cappelli of the Wharton School and co-author of “In Praise of…
Read MoreHR Technology News Analysis: Paycom’s IWant Opens the Door to AI Adoption
Summary: With the release of IWant — Paycom’s command-driven AI engine for employees, managers, HR professionals and executives — the company has made access to HR, payroll and employee data fast, efficient, easy and reliable. It’s one of the most effective expressions of AI we have seen in the HR technology space. The News On…
Read MoreAI Proficiency: The New Workplace Essential
Over the past year, a growing number of companies have made a significant shift in how they evaluate and develop their employees. Increasingly, organizations are formally requiring employees to adopt and become proficient with artificial intelligence tools in the workplace. What was once considered optional or experimental is quickly becoming table stakes for career advancement,…
Read MoreWhat the Big Beautiful Bill Means for the World of Work
What the Big Beautiful Bill Means for the World of Work A Workplace Minute – Special 5-Part Series The recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill contains sweeping policy changes that will reshape the way millions of Americans work—and how employers manage payroll, hiring, compliance, and workforce planning. While the headlines have focused on the politics,…
Read MoreMental Health and Wellbeing for Frontline and Deskless Workers in the USA: A Report for Business Leaders and HR Teams
Executive Summary Frontline and deskless workers – those in roles without consistent access to desks or digital communication tools – comprise a significant portion of the U.S. workforce. Of the total US workforce of about 167 million, it is estimated that 50 – 60 million can be considered frontline workers. These are workers who have…
Read MoreA New Era of Work: How CHROs Are Embracing Digital Labor and Shaping a Human-AI Workforce
The future of work is arriving faster than many expected and HR leaders are not just preparing for it, they’re designing it. According to a new research report from Salesforce, the adoption of agentic AI, which are AI-powered agents capable of completing tasks autonomously, is projected to grow by a staggering 327% by 2027. This…
Read MoreWorkhuman Live 2025: A Preview of the Year’s Most Inspiring Workplace Conference
With so many of us working to understand and redefine the world of work in 2025, one event stands out as a must-attend experience for HR professionals, business leaders, and workplace culture champions alike: Workhuman Live 2025, taking place May 12–15 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colorado. More than a conference, Workhuman Live…
Read MoreHR Tech News Analysis: Oracle Releases AI Agent Studio
The News On March 20, Oracle announced Oracle AI Agent Studio for Fusion Applications, a comprehensive platform for creating, extending, deploying, and managing AI agents and agent teams across the enterprise. Part of Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite, the new AI Agent Studio provides easy-to-use tools for customers and partners to create customized AI agents that…
Read MoreWhen AI Meets DEI: Is HR Tech Helping or Hurting Workplace Equity?
AI can remove bias – or reinforce it. How can HR leaders ensure AI-driven decisions create more opportunities, not fewer? Introduction – The Opportunity and Risk of AI in HR In the last three years Artificial intelligence has rapidly transformed HR, revolutionizing processes like hiring, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and talent development. Companies are…
Read MoreWorkhuman Announces Human Intelligence: A Leap Forward in Gaining Insights from AI
The News On February 26, Workhuman announced the launch of its new Human Intelligence solution, the company’s next-generation data and AI innovations designed to empower leaders and employees with actionable, real-time insights that encourage more engaged, inclusive, and productive company cultures. The Workhuman Human Intelligence 2025 Release has the potential to reimagine how HR harnesses…
Read MoreReimagining Recognition for the Modern Worker
As someone who loves to perform at the highest level I can, I am also someone that does not like a “fuss” when it comes to recognizing that performance. However, for my entire career, recognition programs were more of a one-size-fits-all. In almost thirty years of being a worker, there are two distinct memories of…
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