HR Tech Update: Going beyond traditional metrics with holistic performance tools
Often, performance reviews are conducted in a vacuum. Standard and specific metrics are used to determine a limited scope of an employee’s (or team’s) performance during a certain period of time – such as over a quarter or after a project. These might include the number of errors encountered or mistakes made, profit or revenue, […]
HR Tech Update: Using technology to build strength between HR and the C-suite
Human resources serve the entire organisation, but their relationship with the C-suite (CEOs, chief operating officers, and more) may be complicated by their respective positions. HR and the C-suite rely on each other to build up a positive feedback loop, bringing harmony to the organisation’s personnel. A strong people-first strategy can bring about increased productivity, […]
HR Tech Update: Harnessing the power of cloud technology in HR
Cloud computing has emerged as a game-changer for HR professionals. This tech can revolutionise how HR stores, distributes, and powers data sources, applications, and software. It’s especially helpful in improving the workflow for traditionally tedious administrative tasks. Understanding cloud technology Cloud technology refers to the delivery of computing services, such as information storage, processing power, […]
HR Tech Update: Navigating the future: HR coaching and mentoring in the tech era
HR professionals play a pivotal role in fostering employee growth and development through coaching and mentoring. These activities can extend far beyond traditional training programmes, encompassing a range of interactions aimed at enhancing individual and team performance. The essence of HR coaching and mentoring Coaching and mentoring involve a diverse array of activities, geared towards […]
HR Tech Update: The power of tech-enabled background checks
The ability to attract and retain top talent is crucial, especially in today’s evolving job market. One critical aspect of the hiring process for HR is conducting thorough background checks. To do this efficiently and effectively, companies are turning to various technology tools. What does a background check entail? Before we delve into the advantages […]
Case in Point: How Big 3 Group accelerates productivity with their own HR tech
When Big 3 Group recognised the need to consolidate their HR and organisational tools into a single platform, they took to developing their very own management software that could cater fully to their own way of work. The company harnessed their own capability to leverage technology and customise their automation of HR and other business […]
The First Word: The new golden rule for leadership is to “embrace the human”
Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is reshaping the landscape of the working environment with its unprecedented convergence of digital, biological, and physical innovations. Artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and robotics are not just transforming the tools we use but redefining the entire nature of our work. This transformation demands […]
HR Tech Update: Why HR is using microlearning over traditional learning and development tactics
In our recent HR Challenges in the Philippines report, we explored the pressing human resource challenges that the country faces, examining why they have become obstacles for HR professionals, and the solutions that HR can use to tackle these challenges. One concept touched on in this report is microlearning, a strategy to improve the efficacy […]
The First Word: Technology’s role in transforming jobs and supercharging careers
In an era marked by swift technological progress which are often seen as the disruptors to jobs, it’s time to shift our perspective. As the job landscape undergoes transformation, many individuals find themselves standing at a crossroads in the evolving workforce. Instead of fearing obsolescence, people are embracing the new era of technology-enabled learning and […]
Case in Point: How a KPMG game is solving its internal knowledge gaps
When KPMG realised there was an internal knowledge gap of the firm’s service capabilities, they looked to gamification as an innovative training tool. Employees were struggling to connect complex client challenges with the company’s taxonomy of services, hence the need for an efficient and engaging learning platform. The gamified app, KPMG GlobeRunner, plays out as […]
