Talent management
Talent management is a key aspect of a company's operations and HR's responsibilities. Get news, guides and tips on using the right work technology and HR software to manage each area of talent management, including recruiting and onboarding; performance management; succession planning; learning and development; and compensation management.
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17 Apr 2025
14 types of diversity in the workplace
Diversity can help improve a company's bottom line, but the term often causes confusion. Learn about the different types and how to use them to build a supportive work environment. Continue Reading
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26 Mar 2025
5 challenges of AI in recruitment
AI can potentially save time during the recruitment process, but the tech also brings challenges. Learn what HR leaders should be aware of before incorporating AI into recruiting. Continue Reading
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12 Jul 2018
Automated recruiting solves Groupon's sourcing talent woes
Building a talent pool through effective sourcing is a major effort by Groupon. It is using a recruiting automation tool to find passive candidates. Continue Reading
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27 Jun 2018
Eight human capital management functions every HR department needs
Employee self-service and wellness portals are no longer enough. Now, you need a multipronged strategy that tackles the most urgent talent issues with the right technology. Continue Reading
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25 Jun 2018
Recruiting on LinkedIn adds analytics and pointed questions
LinkedIn is releasing an analytics platform at the end of the third quarter. The platform will allow users to quickly compare themselves to other firms. Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2018
AI can reduce workplace bias, says CEO of leading HR group
AI technology may help HR reduce workplace bias, according to Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, an HR organization that has 300,000 members. Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2018
Recruiting with social media: Tips, tools and challenges
Using social media in your company's recruiting efforts can help you find hidden talent pools and both active and passive candidates. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2018
AI sentiment analysis system helps gauge employees' feelings
Based on the Xander AI platform, Ultimate Software's Perception system guides Valvoline corporate franchisee in gauging employees' feelings about workplace issues. Continue Reading
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06 Jun 2018
Tech can spot workplace diversity issues, but actions count
The #MeToo movement spurred HR to tackle harassment and boost diversity. Conference speakers said software that calls attention to problems and aids conversations only goes so far. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2018
Four strategies for boosting diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Fidelity Investments' head of talent acquisition weighs in on the importance of inclusiveness, how recruiting can be biased and why technology is critical. Continue Reading
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31 May 2018
Six secrets of competitive recruiting best practices
If you're in the market for great talent, you need a stellar recruiting process. Annie Rihn, VP of recruiting at the Zillow Group, offers an inside look at just that. Continue Reading
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31 May 2018
News briefs: SAP offers HR tool for visa management
In these news briefs, SAP tackles visa management, Microsoft is using a startup to manage its career site, and a startup has released a blockchain-based HR platform. Continue Reading
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29 May 2018
New Kronos headquarters design mirrors reinvention play
Kronos is trying to redefine itself as a cloud company. The workforce management software vendor's new headquarters is meant to mirror that change. Continue Reading
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24 May 2018
Federal HR wants to modernize cybersecurity recruiting, pay
The U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security wants to modernize recruitment and management of its cybersecurity workforce. It is asking vendors to explain how DHS can achieve its goals. Continue Reading
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18 May 2018
Huge potential of video interview software comes with risks
Tech-savvy millennials' advantage over older workers risks ageism, and AI needs work handling emotions and ethnicity. But few doubt video's convenience as a data-rich vetting tool. Continue Reading
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15 May 2018
Recruiting online giants turn to new technologies
Technology is driving major changes to the recruiting online market. Monster.com and CareerBuilder.com have deployed new job search technologies to improve job seeker experience. Continue Reading
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04 May 2018
Continuous performance management firm, BetterWorks, reboots
BetterWorks Systems has a new CEO and has put a sexual harassment lawsuit in its rearview mirror. The startup has $60 million in funding from some top Silicon Valley VC firms. Continue Reading
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02 May 2018
3 things HR must know about recruiting analytics
As the war for top talent heats up, analytics can help HR departments gain insights across the candidate search and hiring process. Here's what you need to know. Continue Reading
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01 May 2018
Five recruiting strategies HR needs in a tight labor market
If you want to hire top talent, you need to get strategic. Here's what organizations and their HR departments can do to win at the game of recruitment. Continue Reading
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01 May 2018
How AI and machine learning help in upskilling employees
The rapidly changing technology landscape requires companies to change their approach to L&D and deliver more individualized learning. Here's how AI and machine learning may help. Continue Reading
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19 Apr 2018
Video interview platforms make headway against consumer tech
Some recruiters prefer the familiarity of popular video tools, like FaceTime and Skype, but they may be missing out on the rich candidate profiles and analytics of dedicated systems. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2018
Contingent workers challenge human capital management strategies
HR management strategies are being tested by the increasing use of contingent workers. Managing them as vendors no longer works, but software is emerging to address the need. Continue Reading
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11 Apr 2018
New HR tools and techniques align employee, company goals
Emerging HR tools and techniques look at augmenting the power of purpose in business by aligning employees' sense of purpose with organizational goals. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2018
Four pillars of a strategic HR framework
As power shifts to candidates, the HR tech landscape explodes and the economy improves, HR professionals are being forced to reinvent their roles. Here's how they should do it. Continue Reading
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03 Apr 2018
3 reasons why you need a new corporate learning strategy
Employees are getting more and more difficult to retain. That's why learning and development programs are so critical. Here's how to update yours. Continue Reading
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27 Feb 2018
A definitive list of talent management software features
Go beyond the marketing hype, and dig beneath the surface to identify the not-so-obvious features you need to assemble a talent management suite that can grow with your company. Continue Reading
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21 Feb 2018
HR plays to win with gamification for learning
At some companies, corporate education has become a tool for engagement and employee experience. See how gamification is putting the 'fun' in learning fundamentals. Continue Reading
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06 Feb 2018
Ceridian workforce management system works for retail
David's Bridal takes advantage of Ceridian's focus on retail, adopting Ceridian's workforce management software to handle complex scheduling of work shifts and integrate with payroll. Continue Reading
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02 Feb 2018
Secrets of winning at your employee experience strategy
Marketing software company HubSpot has landed on numerous best places to work lists, but press about its workplace hasn't been all rosy. CPO Katie Burke shares thoughts on both. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2018
Tips for automating the performance management process
Whether you have a talent management suite or are doing it in documents and email, you can build a people-friendly, efficient process if you know where to put your priorities. Continue Reading
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30 Jan 2018
HubSpot CPO shares HR technology strategy wisdom
For marketing software company HubSpot, HR technology decisions are led by strategy and employee experience, not by shiny object syndrome. Here's a look. Continue Reading
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25 Jan 2018
Onboarding software a weak link, according to HCI-Kronos survey
Onboarding software is a pillar of talent management systems, but many firms are neglecting the technology. First impressions count, and bad onboarding may drive a new hire away. Continue Reading
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15 Jan 2018
News briefs: Mobile recruiting interfaces still painful
The pace of HR's mobile app implementation is very slow. Upgrading HR's tech is not the biggest priority in the business. An alternative may be a recruiting site with ATS features. Continue Reading
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08 Aug 2016
General Electric performance review software eliminates ratings
General Electric is replacing ratings of workers with a new performance development application that emphasizes coaching and continuous touch points between employees and managers. Continue Reading
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27 Aug 2015
Kronos shift scheduling software a grind for Starbucks worker
On-call scheduling software gets criticized in workers' rights debate, but top employment lawyer says the software helps manage costs. Continue Reading