Technology
Digital adoption isn’t an add-on – it’s the foundation of success for any systems roll out
David Starkings looks at implementation and adoption success, sharing a framework for building digital competence Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems represent significant investments for organisations, yet their implementation success rates remain concerningly low. Despite advances in technology, approximately 60% of ERP projects fail to deliver their anticipated benefits. The primary cause isn’t technical issues but rather human factors – specifically, inadequate digital adoption strategies that leave employees struggling to embrace new systems and processes. Frustration often leads to system rejection…
6 surprising ways you might be infringing copyright at work
Are you and your team unknowingly infringing copyright? Discover and avoid the most common pitfalls Are you and your team at risk of copyright infringement? Discover why it’s easy to infringe copyright at work inadvertently. Plus, why upskilling your team is a solid strategic move to avoid infringing on copyright at work. A 2024 survey conducted by Savanta, commissioned by the Copyright Licensing Agency (CLA), found that: This certainly is worth considering for UK organisations who champion responsible business and…
How can L&D empower their technical workforce on AI skills development?
AI is transforming work—L&D must equip employees with the right skills to stay ahead. Editor Jo Cook dives into the offering from AI leading company, NVIDIA When high school student Selin Ornek saw a guide dog assisting it’s owner, the passing of her own dog got her to thinking: “If a visually impaired person lost their dog, not only would they lose their best friend, but their eyes.” This set Selin on a pathway to build a robotic visually impaired…
From code to culture: How AI can embed company culture
Artificial intelligence can help turn company culture from words on a wall into something real – Elie Rashbass explains how Strong and healthy cultures help businesses and employees thrive. Weak or toxic cultures, on the other hand, harm both the workforce and the business’s bottom line. Companies know culture matters and recognise exactly what values they want. However, listing and wanting certain values, even if you mean it (which most companies do!), doesn’t make them a reality. The missing link…
First-time Chief People Officer? How to build for success in 2025
Focus on enhancing employee experience, navigating legislative changes and upskilling your workforce, advises Emma-Claire Kavanagh As business leaders grapple with new legislation, evolving technology and customer demands, they’ll be relying on their Chief People Officers (COPs) to build a workforce that can adapt to market changes in the year ahead. Stepping into the CPO role demands strong HR expertise, but also a deep understanding of an organisation’s long-term goals and the confidence to advise the board at every turn. This…
L&D professionals question if AI really is a hot topic for 2025
Donald H Taylor launches his L&D Global Sentiment Survey and TJ digs into the results At the launch event for the of the L&D Global Sentiment Survey 2025, the 12th annual check of the pulse of L&D worldwide, Donald H Taylor has analysed answers from 3,339 people covering 93 countries. Don asks “What will be hot in workplace L&D?” for the coming year and people make a selection from 16 options, including AI, reskilling, learning analytics and others. Don highlights…
What HR trends to expect in 2025
Human Resources is all about adapting, innovating and putting your people first. Are you ready? Kelly Tucker explores the trends As we settle into 2025, the people profession landscape is set to undergo transformative changes driven by technological advancements, evolving workplace norms, and a growing emphasis on employee wellbeing. The ability to adapt to these shifts will define success for organisations and HR leaders alike. Here are the key trends I anticipate shaping the future of the coming year. The…
Getting to grips with extended reality and immersive learning
The benefits include enhanced engagement and better knowledge retention, but how do you get started? Philip Moore has your step-by-step guide to introducing XR learning to your organisation Learning technology as we know it is evolving. Today, extended reality (XR) is offering immersive learning experiences that allow employees to upskill in a uniquely personalised and engaging way. While XR, an all-encompassing term for virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR), was once only associated with gaming, organisations are…
Empowering employees: What to expect from the people profession in 2025
From digital tools to workplace wellbeing, experts predict key trends shaping the Human Resources industry The HR industry saw a range of different trends throughout 2024, from stalling salaries to increased tech spending. A key focus has been on flexible working policies – with over 40% of UK employees still regularly working from home, businesses have pushed harder than ever for return-to-office mandates over productivity concerns. Productivity is expected to be a huge focus in 2025… organisations will look to…
How Instant Document Processing is shaping the future of work in people operations
A transformative automation tool can streamline onboarding processes, save time, reduce costs and improve accuracy – Gaurav Sharma tells us more Working in the people profession means a constant bombardment of tedious tasks, like sifting through countless applications and verifying documents. The job is time-consuming and labour-intensive, even if HR and L&D caters to small to mid-sized companies. The following 2024 onboarding statistics illustrate the importance of this experience for a new hire: Cleary, outdated onboarding practices negatively affect HR…
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