NINE HR TECHNOLOGY TRENDS EMERGING FROM THE PANDEMIC

To help HR professionals identify the right tools in their technology stacks, we asked technology experts and the 2021 SHRM Annual Conference and Expo exhibitors this question for their best tech trends. From the automation of screening to the adoption of employee recognition software, there are several trends that may help you strengthen your tech stack for your workforce.

LEADERSHIP IS WHAT GEN Z NEEDS MOST AS WE EXIT THE PANDEMIC

I have been researching “Generation Z at work” for the past four years and found that in addition to free food and higher pay, Generation Z craves active communication and strong leadership from their employers.

WHAT ARE THE MOST ACTIONABLE HR METRICS ACROSS THE EMPLOYEE LIFE CYCLE?

Employee turnover is the HR metric that is most closely analyzed and acted upon by organizations, but it shouldn’t get all the attention.

9 TIPS FOR MAKING 1:1 MEETINGS MORE PRODUCTIVE

To help you make 1:1 meetings more productive, we asked business leaders and HR professionals this question for their best tips. From starting with a personal wellness question to setting a hard “stop time,” there are several tips that may help you to make your 1:1 meetings more productive.

HOW TO BEGIN YOUR HR ANALYTICS JOURNEY

HR departments are now involved in analyzing HR metrics at more than 90% of enabled organizations, according to a recent employer survey.

WORKFORCE PLANNING WILL HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THE NEEDS OF YOUR ORGANIZATION

Managing headcount—and workforce planning overall—is one of HR's most important priorities, yet so many HR and talent acquisition (TA) leaders shy away from it.

OFFICES REGAIN THEIR APPEAL IN ASIA PACIFIC

People looking for a change of scenery and better balance as work-from-home fatigue grows.

THE PROS AND CONS OF MANDATING COLLEGE DEGREES FOR EMPLOYMENT

There’s a growing trend for companies to do away with mandatory bachelor’s degrees for employees. While higher education is more critical for certain roles (think nursing or engineering) is it necessary to require degrees for roles such as a project manager or salesperson?

SHRM NxT APAC 2021: UNLEASHING POTENTIAL

SHRM NxT brings HR and business leaders under one virtual roof, setting forth an ambitious agenda for forward-thinking leaders across APAC. With talent becoming one of the most critical differentiator in today's ever-changing business climate. The talent landscape has transformed and Unleashing Potential is all about finding working methods and management techniques that work for your people. Gain practical insights on how to effectively unleash the human potential to create a steady pipeline of “Ready Now” candidates capable of moving into challenging roles of greater scope and responsibility.

HOW TO RETAIN MINIMUM-WAGE EMPLOYEES

As COVID-19 restrictions are lifting across the country, more stores and restaurants are hiring back employees. Most of these jobs will be paid at the minimum wage or at a low wage. Now more than ever, employers want to know how to retain minimum-wage employees.