The pursuit of an outstanding employee experience (EX) has become more than a mere buzzword; it's an organisational imperative echoing through the corridors of businesses worldwide. While the dialogue surrounding ‘better EX’ is omnipresent, suggesting a universal stride towards enriching workplace dynamics, there's a need to pause and reflect: Are these discussions translating into disciplined action and tangible improvements?
Read MoreRecent research published by TI People on The State of EX revealed a concerning finding regarding the relationship between EX teams and finance leaders, which is that they don't really have one. Indeed, figure 1 indicates that of all cross-functional partners, EX/HR teams partner least with Finance, indicating their frequency of partnership over the last 12 months as ‘rare’.
Read MoreLeaders need to be emboldened to continue to think outside of the HR box, to use emerging tech rather than fear it, and to utilise the unique skills of a multigenerational workforce. However, understanding what trends will drive the future of work is one thing - understanding how leaders put these trends into practice is the key to success. To help you on your way, we have put together some great examples of the top HR trends and predictions of 2024, and have provided some actionable tips on how to put them into practice.
Read MoreStay ahead in the dynamic field of HR by tuning into the Digital HR Leaders podcast, where David Green, alongside industry experts such as Diane Gherson, Dave Ulrich and many others share key insights on how the field is evolving. In this blog we reflect back on the discussions we’ve had over the last year and pull out some of the key themes we covered. The discussions revolved around transitioning to skills-based talent approaches, HR's role in ensuring stability amidst uncertainty, and bridging the gap between employer and employee needs. Furthermore, essential HR skills for the future are emphasised, such as business acumen and data-driven decision-making, along with the evolving role of HR in aligning strategies with business outcomes.
Read More70% of survey respondents in our recently published research, conducted in collaboration with TI People, agree that there has been an increasing interest in employee experience (EX) among business leaders since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. The importance of frictionless and frustration-free employee experience is attracting more attention than ever before. There is, however, a risk that interest from business leaders will wane as the impact of the pandemic subsides. EX leaders must secure continued investment in the function by delivering business impact with employee experience today. In this blog we explore the role that People Analytics can play in supporting EX leaders demonstrate the value of EX to the business.
Read Moreintelligence (AI) has been quietly helping us navigate the complexities of everyday life for years and has undeniably become a necessity in the modern age. In fact McKinsey research highlights that 58% of the businesses surveyed confirmed using AI for at least one function in the workplace. And the world of HR is no exception to this trend. A data-driven approach to HR is on the rise, and AI is at its core. It is being used to help with important decision-making around hiring, employee performance tracking and management and HR upskilling. And with the emergence of ChatGPT, HR professionals now have access to a powerful new tool that can revolutionise HR activities in ways that weren’t possible before.
Read MoreEmployee Experience (or EX as it is known), continues to generate a lot of noise with organisations arguably putting increased focus on EX in the wake of COVID-19. Businesses know that people are one of their main assets, however meeting people’s expectations for the experiences they have at work is increasingly difficult. A move towards a more employee-centric approach to the experience of work requires a change in mindset across the enterprise. In this blog Caroline outlines why it’s important for the Business and HR to share the same definition of Employee Experience .
Read MoreThe world of HR is changing as the digital age is advancing. And HR professionals need to provide value for their organisations so their businesses can stay competitive. But to accomplish this, they should have the right skills. Because without the right skills, HR professionals can be left behind and unable to implement the new changes that would help their organisations grow. Discover the 9 skills HR needs to succeed in the digital age!
Read MoreYou can understand what the key business challenges in the organisation are. You can prioritise your work effectively, ensuring you’re working on the most pressing business challenge. You can do great analysis and generate fantastic insights. You can even come up with some great recommendations for action to be taken that will deliver business value… but if you can’t communicate the insights and recommendations effectively to your audience, all of this great work will be wasted, and you won’t get the action that you need. In this blog we explore why data storytelling is an important skill for all HR business partners to master.
Read MoreThe myriad of 2022 predictions are supremely useful for giving HR leaders a sense check, to ensure that their investments are targeting the most important elements for their function to thrive in the digital age. Similarly, HR professionals can use predictions to target their learning and development goals for the coming year, enabling them to keep a pulse on “what’s hot” in the field. In this blog, we take a look at a handful of HR’s 2022 prediction blogs and convert these insights into action, by guiding HR leaders to insights and models that can help inform their strategy in 2022, and HR professionals to resources to upskill in these areas.
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