HR software
Businesses are increasingly investing in advanced HR software to help them get the most from their workforce. The development of cloud-based HR technology combined with sophisticated analytics is giving organisations unprecedented insight into the strengths, skills and development needs of their workforce, without the heavy up front investments of the past. At the same time, businesses are turning to advanced social media platforms to simplify HR management and recruitment processes, conduct remote interviews, and profile potential candidates.
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News
18 Apr 2024
TUC publishes legislative proposal to protect workers from AI
Proposed bill for regulating artificial intelligence in the UK seeks to translate well-meaning principles and values into concrete rights and obligations that protect workers from systems that make ‘high-risk’ decisions about them Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Apr 2024
Learn how to improve employee survey response rates
Employee feedback is a valuable tool for every organization, yet workers may not feel motivated to fill out surveys. Learn how to improve employee survey response rates. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Nov 2021
5 tips for choosing the right HR technology
Choosing the right HR technology and tools for your company requires first understanding one truth: There is no perfect software. But from there, you can decide on what works best. Continue Reading
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News
16 Nov 2021
Unit4 research finds divergence between decision-makers and employees in SMEs
Sponsored research among mid-sized enterprises finds decision-makers and employees to be radically at odds in reading what makes a successful organisation Continue Reading
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News
12 Nov 2021
New law needed to rein in AI-powered workplace surveillance
MPs and peers call for new legislation to regulate the growing use of artificial intelligence in the workplace, which is being used to surveil workers’ performance and behaviour Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Nov 2021
Mining for intelligence: Why business process intelligence makes for agility
Business process improvement is a never-ending quest for betterment that can be lit up by a new generation of process mining software. We take a deep dive Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Nov 2021
Overview of SuccessFactors Center of Capabilities
Here's how SuccessFactors Center of Capabilities can help identify employee abilities, employees who should be upskilled and the projects that have attracted employee interest. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Oct 2021
7 essentials for better HR software change management
Change management is one of the most difficult aspects of implementing HR software. Here's how to improve your company's change management for your next implementation. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Oct 2021
11 ways to create a hybrid workforce strategy that works
An effective hybrid workplace strategy requires a complex mix of ingredients, including clear communication and the right technology. Here's advice on getting it all right. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Oct 2021
Developing an integrated customer and employee experience strategy
We explore what customer experience and employee experience have in common – and the benefits of combining them Continue Reading
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News
06 Sep 2021
Saudi tourism development fund goes cloud-first with Oracle
$4bn fund will be used to invest in developing Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry as the country reduces its economic reliance on oil and gas Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Aug 2021
Why algorithmic auditing can't fully cope with AI bias in hiring
Critics say you can't trust AI yet with diversity and inclusion in hiring -- or the elaborate audits meant to root out AI bias. Hiring software vendors beg to differ. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Aug 2021
HR can help support employees' mental health, well-being
Employees are more worried and stressed than ever before. Here's a look at how business and HR leaders can get serious about mental health and well-being in the workplace. Continue Reading
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News
24 Aug 2021
Inchcape picks Rise with SAP on Google Cloud to motor on digital
Auto sector company Inchcape has chosen SAP’s Rise service on Google Cloud to drive forward its digital transformation programme Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2021
ICO consults public on personal data in employment practices
The ICO has launched a public consultation on employers’ use of personal data to help it provide practical guidance for both businesses and workers Continue Reading
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E-Zine
12 Aug 2021
CW Benelux: Netherlands sees increase in the number of women opting for an ICT career
The IT skills gap in the Netherlands could be about to narrow as more women take up jobs in the sector. Figures from last year revealed that the number of female ICT professionals grew by 6.5%, while the number of male ICT professionals increased by only 1.7%. Read more about it in this issue. Also find out why more openness about ransomware attacks in the Dutch business community could be the first step to defeating a growing problem. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 Aug 2021
Real-time data analytics in action
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the emerging applications of real-time analytics and highlight the challenges for businesses to maximise the benefits. EU experts are calling for reform of US surveillance laws – we look at the issues. And we talk to the co-CEO of HR software giant Workday. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
05 Aug 2021
SAP customers more alert to internal than external threats
SAP customers are more concerned by insider threats than by external attacks, according to a report. And yet the average SAP customer has around 2,500 vulnerabilities within their customised SAP code Continue Reading
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Podcast
03 Aug 2021
DWP IR35 bill, women in tech – Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast
In this episode of the Computer Weekly Downtime Upload, Caroline Donnelly, Clare McDonald and Brian McKenna speak about the DWP’s IR35 tax bill, the Most Influential Women in UK Technology, and company culture Continue Reading
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News
21 Jul 2021
Interview: Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday – a European co-helming a Californian enterprise
Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday, explains how the company’s storied and humane employee culture needs constant tending, and looks forward to a post-Covid acceleration Continue Reading
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Blog Post
20 Jul 2021
Moving beyond Freedom Day has IT implications
Even though the Delta variant continues to rise in the UK, the Government has stuck to its plans to remove Covid-19 restrictions. In effect, it has passed on responsibility for keeping people safe ... Continue Reading
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News
19 Jul 2021
SAP invests €250m in UK economy
Investment includes a new, UK-based cloud service, two new offices, and a beefing up of SAP’s apprenticeship and internship programmes Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2021
Oracle’s Miranda advances customer wins against SAP for cloud applications suite
Steve Miranda, executive vice-president of applications development for Oracle globally, is showcasing three US customer wins against SAP at the supplier’s quarterly Oracle Live event Continue Reading
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Guest Post
09 Jul 2021
Remote work flexibility key for employee retention
Offering flexible work options is one important key to fighting employee turnover. Learn why remote and hybrid work are not passing trends and why saying 'no' will cost. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2021
Social robots on the rise in the Netherlands
The acceptance of robots being used in everyday life is making significant strides, but this is just the beginning Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Jul 2021
Oracle Fusion cloud applications pathways tend towards pragmatic
Oracle’s full suite of cloud applications can be a pragmatic step-by-step journey for customers – we look at some examples Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2021
Clara Shih, CEO, Salesforce Service Cloud on the shape of post-pandemic service work
Salesforce Service Cloud CEO Clara Shih has returned to the supplier after a period as a founder CEO and sees the future of contact centre and field service with relatively fresh eyes Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Jul 2021
Top 20 strategic L&D terms learning pros should know
Career development is key to employee retention, and effective L&D initiatives start with an understanding of important learning concepts. Here are 20 of the most important. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jul 2021
14 hybrid workplace technologies to power future of work
Hybrid work offers a positive employee experience and productivity gains but those only come to fruition with the right technology. Learn which tools are the most important. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
30 Jun 2021
A role for AI and humans in the recruiting process
Artificial intelligence tools can help job seekers find the right role and help employers close the skills gap. But AI can't replace human intelligence -- at least, not yet. Continue Reading
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Feature
17 Jun 2021
Soft skills key to employability in age of automation
Soft skills will become even more important as automation increases. Learn what top workplace soft skills organizations will need and how to enable training. Continue Reading
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Feature
09 Jun 2021
Covid-accelerated recruitment digitisation to gain sophistication with hybrid models
Recruitment has had to go remote and digital during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis and looks set to fill out and become more sophisticated as hybrid models of working emerge Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2021
Oracle and Crown Commercial Service renew MoU to continue cloud use
Oracle and the UK government’s Crown Commercial Service have renewed a memorandum of understanding for the continued use of the supplier’s cloud infrastructure and applications Continue Reading
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News
03 Jun 2021
Sapphire 2021: Klein vaunts rebooted Ariba business network as sustainability driver
At the virtual Sapphire 2021 conference, SAP CEO Christian Klein trumpeted the supplier’s procurement network, Ariba, as the core of a revamped global engine for promoting sustainable economic growth Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jun 2021
Upskilling and reskilling employees for a competitive edge
To stay competitive and offer a positive employee experience, organizations need to create a culture of learning that focuses on continuous growth. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 May 2021
How to offboard HCM project team post-implementation
A successful HCM implementation must include a proactive plan for offboarding temporary members of the project team. Learn what issues you'll need to address. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 May 2021
3 ways HR can support women in the workplace
The HR team's support for women has a powerful influence on gender equality and employee experience. Learn how HR can make a positive impact on your workplace culture. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
27 May 2021
How graph technology is helping enterprises to harness the complex skill sets of employees
This is a guest blogpost by Amy Holder from Neo4j. She examines recent interest in graph databases as the basis for the next wave of human capital management technology. For global HR influencer ... Continue Reading
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Feature
26 May 2021
How an HR help desk supports an HCM rollout
An HCM implementation requires strategic support and an HR help desk application may help provide that. Learn about features such as enhancement tracking, as well as vendors to research. Continue Reading
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News
20 May 2021
UK government publishes framework on automated decision-making
The framework focuses on making the use of algorithms and automated decision-making systems within the public sector more ethical, transparent and accountable Continue Reading
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Feature
18 May 2021
6 tips for better digital learning in the workplace
Today's companies need to upskill and reskill their workforces to stay competitive. Here's a look at some of the most important learning and development strategies that can help. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 May 2021
A data-driven approach to DEI supports real diversity
Improve diversity and inclusion with an in-depth approach to making people of color, women and other marginalized groups feel good about where they work. Learn how data can help. Continue Reading
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News
07 May 2021
Monmouthshire County Council digitises HR with Zellis cloud
Monmouthshire County Council is using a cloud HR system from Zellis as part of its digital transformation programme, aimed at being lean and agile Continue Reading
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Feature
05 May 2021
Deploying productivity monitoring software ethically
While software that tracks the activities of staff can be helpful to companies with a remote workforce, managers must consider employees’ concerns and privacy Continue Reading
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Feature
30 Apr 2021
Guide to digital badges for the workplace
Digital badges are becoming more common in the workplace. Here's how they can help HR during the hiring process and why some industry leaders have doubts. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Apr 2021
How AI and automation drive better customer service
Forrester analysts explore the benefits of combining artificial intelligence with automation Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Apr 2021
30 easy ways to help employees manage stress
Companies can go beyond wellness programs with these strategies, which range from easy ideas to more long-term solutions for helping employees manage stress. Continue Reading
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News
22 Apr 2021
SAP Q1 2021: Revenue nudges up 2% year-on-year, S/4 adoption up 2.5% on prior quarter
SAP has reported first quarter 2021 revenue of €6.35bn, up 2% on the same year-ago quarter. Cloud revenue has increased by 1% year-on-year, and S/4 adoption is up 2.5% on the previous quarter Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Apr 2021
20 diversity and inclusion tools to power your DEI program
Diversity and inclusion tools shouldn't replace strategy, but these tools can help companies in multiple ways, from tracking goals to removing applicant identifiers. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Apr 2021
APAC buyer’s guide to HRM software
In this buyer’s guide, we look at the key considerations when choosing human resource management software to enable workforce resilience, flexibility and agility in the post-pandemic world Continue Reading
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News
07 Apr 2021
Unpatched SAP applications are target-rich ground for hackers
Report from SAP and cyber threat research company Onapsis warns that hackers are attacking mission-critical SAP business applications that contain unpatched vulnerabilities Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Mar 2021
How to prevent employee burnout: 6 essentials
Preventing employee burnout can be more difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic, but companies should help employees before they hit that point. Here are some strategies to try. Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2021
Covid-torn supply chains speed cloud adoption, says Oracle’s Miranda
Second wave of pandemic has seen some Oracle customers speed up adoption and others attend to some enterprise software housekeeping Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Mar 2021
Employees must be given the right to disconnect
As enterprises increasingly turn to workplace monitoring technologies and more of the workforce moves to remote or hybrid working, unions are campaigning for workers’ ‘right to disconnect’ and not engage in digitally enabled work after hours Continue Reading
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News
23 Mar 2021
Home Office completes transfer of all business apps to Oracle Cloud
Home Office has completed its deployment of Oracle’s Cloud Applications suite to all its functions across 35,000 staff, ahead of other government departments Continue Reading
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News
17 Mar 2021
Uber classifies drivers as workers after Supreme Court ruling
Ride-hailing firm will pay its UK drivers minimum wage following court ruling, but has diverged from the court’s interpretation that drivers should be paid from when they log in, not just when passengers are on board Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2021
Uber and Ola ordered to hand over more data to drivers
A Dutch court has rejected Uber and Ola’s claims that drivers collectively taking action to access their data amounts to an abuse of their individual data access rights, laying the ground for drivers to form their own union-controlled data trust Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2021
Josh Bersin 2021 technology guide vaunts employee experience
Josh Bersin’s annual HR technology market guide for 2021 pulls out employee experience as the hottest area, as the sector shifts to productivity-boosting tech Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Mar 2021
10 components of an effective employee well-being strategy
Corporate wellness programs are getting renewed attention and now incorporate emotional, mental and financial health. Find out what the new holistic approach requires. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Mar 2021
Interview: Uber driver Yaseen Aslam on his Supreme Court battle and what’s next for gig workers
Private hire driver and union organiser Yaseen Aslam speaks to Computer Weekly about his legal battle with Uber and what the UK Supreme Court ruling means to workers in the gig economy Continue Reading
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News
11 Mar 2021
Oracle Q3, 2020-21: Revenue growth of 3% backdrop to Ellison attack on SAP
Chairman and CTO Larry Ellison launches competitive attack on SAP as Oracle’s third-quarter results show revenue growth of 3% Continue Reading
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Tip
04 Mar 2021
Was your workplace Black History Month a success?
Creating a successful Black History Month at work requires understanding what to do -- and what not to do. Take this time to uncover what you did right and wrong. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Mar 2021
Top 5 components of a workplace mental health strategy
Promoting mental health in the workplace requires creating an empathetic and stigma-free culture for employees. Learn five important facets of creating that. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
26 Feb 2021
5 assets working mothers bring to the workplace
Mothers are an important -- and often undervalued -- sector of the workforce and offer a number of assets. Learn why HR and managers should work to keep them on staff. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Feb 2021
Employee wellness vs. employee well-being: The differences
The terms 'employee wellness' and 'employee well-being' are sometimes used interchangeably, but many consider them to be different. Here's what you should know. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Feb 2021
12 examples of employee wellness software and apps
Employee wellness software ranges from applications with one function to those with multiple features and integrations. Here are some to consider when doing your research. Continue Reading
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News
04 Feb 2021
Microsoft launches Viva as employee experience platform born out of Teams
Microsoft has launched an “employee experience platform”, based on Microsoft Teams, said to aid the integration of the working environment Continue Reading
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Guest Post
01 Feb 2021
Business and HR leaders face COVID-19 vaccine dilemmas
COVID-19 vaccines open up a Pandora's Box of issues for companies learning how to deal with the return to offices and other workplaces. Here's why technology is critical. Continue Reading
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Tip
28 Jan 2021
5 important diversity issues in the workplace for 2021
Black Lives Matter threw a spotlight on diversity issues in 2020. In 2021, workplace diversity, equity and inclusion issues are likely to become even more important. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Jan 2021
Internal mobility: Benefits, tools, best practices
Internal mobility is meant to capitalize on the organization's own talent. Learn why it's important, what stands in the way and how best to support it. Continue Reading
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Answer
20 Jan 2021
How can SAP Work Zone for HR help enable a digital workplace?
Part of SAP SuccessFactors HXM, Work Zone for HR is a digital workspace meant to boost employee experience. Learn more about its features and functions. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
20 Jan 2021
How HR can help promote a caring culture
HR's role has become increasingly strategic and part of that requires focusing on truly supporting employees. Here's some advice on how to make that a reality. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Dec 2020
3 critical employee experience technologies for the 'new normal'
Since COVID-19 hit, HR leaders and their teams have pivoted to support the employee experience in new ways. Here's how technology has been critical to that support. Continue Reading
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News
17 Dec 2020
UK police unlawfully processing over a million people’s data on Microsoft 365
The roll-out of Microsoft 365 to dozens of UK police forces may be unlawful, because many have failed to conduct data protection checks before deployment and hold no information on their contracts Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Dec 2020
How to handle layoffs with compassion -- or possibly avoid them
Handling layoffs with compassion and sensitivity is critical for the employee experience of those who are leaving and staying. Here's advice on how to do so. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Dec 2020
How HR can best use Qualtrics in the employee lifecycle
To improve the employee experience, the problems must first be understood. Here's a look at how HR can delve into sentiment and the best moments to do so. Continue Reading
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News
26 Nov 2020
Robots taking jobs, but creating careers
Robotic process automation developers tell Computer Weekly about the job they never expected to be doing Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Nov 2020
Understand workplace COVID-19 contact tracing issues, methods
COVID-19 contact tracing for offices, businesses, restaurants and other workplaces is a challenge for employers. Here is a look at different methods and how testing can work. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Nov 2020
7 keys to a successful diversity and inclusion initiative
Today's workforce is calling for a stop to bias and prejudice, and business and HR leaders need to take effective action. Here's a look at diversity initiative best practices. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Nov 2020
The importance of employee well-being and how technology can help
Technology can serve an important role in promoting employee wellness. Here's a look at why that matters and who should be involved. Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Nov 2020
IBM's Lisa Seacat DeLuca on being a woman in the tech industry
IBM's master inventor Lisa Seacat DeLuca gives insight into promoting gender diversity. Learn why both official programs and informal outreach are so important. Continue Reading
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Answer
12 Nov 2020
Does Infoporter aid SAP ERP HCM-Employee Central data migration?
Learn how SAP data migration tool Infoporter assists in moving from SAP ERP HCM to SuccessFactors Employee Central and why IT teams might find it helpful. Continue Reading
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News
11 Nov 2020
What businesses can learn from GovTech’s digital strategy
Modernising its infrastructure and putting digital at its core has given Singapore’s Government Technology Agency the agility it needs to respond to the Covid-19 pandemic Continue Reading
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News
27 Oct 2020
SAP Q3 2020 results: revenue down 4%, cloud silver lining hailed
SAP’s third quarter 2020 results stated a 4% year-on-year reduction in revenue, with an 11% increase in cloud revenue lightening the gloom Continue Reading
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Tip
26 Oct 2020
13 HR software buying mistakes to avoid
The HR system selection process is rife with the potential for mistakes. Learn about some of the most common ones and how the HR software buying team can avoid them. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Oct 2020
Get digital: 6 tips for boosting remote employee experience
Remote work can't be successful without rethinking mobile capabilities and HR processes. Here are six lessons on improving employee experience in the new normal. Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2020
Financial services staff want work-from-home policies to continue after Covid
About half of workers in the finance sector want their employers to retain remote working policies brought in during the pandemic Continue Reading
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News
21 Oct 2020
UK sees surge in IT outsourcing contracts
Transformation projects drive IaaS growth, but SaaS declines. Some sectors are renegotiating and restructuring contracts to reduce costs Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Oct 2020
Top 9 technical skills required for HR
Today's HR departments are increasingly reliant on a range of technologies. That means human resources professionals must get tech-savvy -- and do so quickly. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Oct 2020
8 strategies HR can use to recruit Gen Z
Gen Z is the newest generation entering the workforce. Learn some strategies HR teams and hiring managers can use to recruit the right candidates more quickly. Continue Reading
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News
14 Oct 2020
NHS England issues integrated cloud ERP procurement advice call
NHS England is calling on software suppliers for advice concerning the feasibility of moving and integrating its ERP systems in cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Oct 2020
HR data migration checklist and tips for implementation success
Data migration and conversion are critical aspects of an HR system implementation project. Learn important tips you can use to create success. Continue Reading
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News
06 Oct 2020
NetSuite CEO Goldberg: Growing in the house of Oracle
NetSuite CEO Evan Goldberg briefs analysts and press on the eve of the supplier’s annual, this year virtual, conference Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Oct 2020
Why an HR IT interface discussion is critical to implementation
When making the decision to implement an HR IT interface, you must consider cost, development and support. Ensure you're asking the right questions before the planning stage. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Sep 2020
How to conduct video interviews: 7 tips for employers
Interviewing candidates over video doesn't have to be stressful. Here are seven virtual interviewing tips to help you prepare. Continue Reading
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Answer
24 Sep 2020
How can SuccessFactors CPM improve performance management?
Learn how SuccessFactors Continuous Performance Management can help more organizations realize that a good employee experience requires ongoing performance management. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Sep 2020
EY 'people experience' strategy taps firm's process skills
The accounting and consulting firm is integrating a mix of shared services, bot-enabled workflows, SuccessFactors HXM and Qualtrics employee engagement for its global workforce. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Sep 2020
Top 10 video interviewing tools for a virtual hiring toolkit
Video interviewing tools are essential in every modern recruiter's toolkit. Learn what 10 of the top tools offer and some of the HR systems they integrate with. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Sep 2020
Why is HRIS maintenance so important?
HR leaders should never overlook HRIS maintenance. Here are some reasons that maintenance can help ensure the best return on investment. Continue Reading
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Feature
10 Sep 2020
The human resources career path: From HR assistant to CHRO
HR's role has slowly gained more recognition as a strategic business partner. Learn about the typical HR career path and why technology is more important to the career than ever before. Continue Reading
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News
03 Sep 2020
How Certis is digitising security operations
Certis has developed more than 50 applications in a year to help employees do their jobs better and has set up an AI centre to tap the potential of robotics and video analytics in security Continue Reading