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The role for new technology in HR

By Sue Mennell (18-06-2008)
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A new CIPD research paper, Web 2.0 and Human Resources: a Discussion Document, is set to shape debate among the HR community about the way new web-based technologies are influencing HR and people management.

This initial discussion is intended to offer HR a new way of making a significant contribution to an organisation’s strategic and operational goals.

The crux of the initial report is that it encourages open discussion among the HR community by asking questions motivating readers to take part in a debate informing the second stage of the research.

Martyn Sloman, learning and development adviser at the CIPD and key-note speaker at its Recruitment and Retention conference on 18-19 June says: “Web 2.0 has the potential to change the way people interact and work. But, like every new form of technology, there are challenges and degrees of risk. HR must be aware of this in order to advise senior management teams and influence strategy.

“We are hoping that the HR community participate fully in our discussion document and post their opinions so that we can not only inform but also seek answers to relevant issues in the second stage of the research.”

The discussion document will be posted on the CIPD website from 18 June to coincide with the Recruitment and Retention Conference at Olympia on 18-19 June. Opinions on the broader use of Web 2.0, especially in learning and development, will be sought.

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