At Ultimate Software, we put people first. Period. We owe a lot of that to the example set by our CEO, Scott Scherr, and his commitment to not only taking good care of his employees, but treating them as true partners. Scott recently shared his words of wisdom … [Read more...] about Partner with Your People: Scott Shares His Entrepreneurial Advice with Fortune
Ask Adam: Creating a Positive Employee Experience
“Employee experience” has become a standard HR buzzword, and today’s executives are increasingly recognizing and prioritizing its influence. In January, Forbes published “The Employee Experience Is the Future of Work,” and we now know that “ee experience” is … [Read more...] about Ask Adam: Creating a Positive Employee Experience
Where to Catch Ultimate Software at #HRTechConf 2016
With every October comes the annual HR Technology Conference & Expo, held this year October 4–7 in Chicago. It’s a pivotal time across the HR tech space, and there’s no shortage of innovative and exciting developments ahead. Several of my colleagues and I … [Read more...] about Where to Catch Ultimate Software at #HRTechConf 2016
Transforming Data into Action Yields Bottom-Line Results
We know people are a key differentiator in business. That means businesses are incredibly focused on talent. Recruiting, engaging, and retaining talent are the top issues facing organizations, according to last year’s Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends … [Read more...] about Transforming Data into Action Yields Bottom-Line Results
“People First” in Action
By now, we understand that employee engagement gives way to the employee experience. Meaning, it’s time to focus on automatically creating an outstanding employee experience so engagement just happens. But, in order for that to happen, the employee experience … [Read more...] about “People First” in Action
12 Days of HCM – #2 HCM Analytics
The Future of HCM AnalyticsAnalytics aren’t just for statisticians anymore. There’s growing buzz for analytics in HCM. Yet, many HR leaders remain hesitant to embrace them; some citing reservations with Big Data.But research continues to show … [Read more...] about 12 Days of HCM – #2 HCM Analytics
Getting at the Heart of Employee Engagement
By Colin McLetchieColin is the Founder and President of Five Ways Forward, LLC, a leadership & life coaching and HR & Organizational Consulting Firm in Arlington, VA. He is a dynamic and powerful coach, speaker and facilitator, bringing passion, … [Read more...] about Getting at the Heart of Employee Engagement
Big Data
Last week, I was a guest at the Ultimate Software Users’ Conference. The audience was at least 1,500 strong. The customer loyalty was evident.Big Data was part of the subtext of the meeting. Ultimate is expanding its reach with “connectors” and a … [Read more...] about Big Data
Big Data and Predicting Turnover
I learned a lot about data during this year’s Ultimate Software Connections conference. Which is totally cool with me; I’m not afraid of numbers. One specific term was “big data.” Now, I admit that I had heard the term but didn’t really have my arms around … [Read more...] about Big Data and Predicting Turnover
Sharing At Its Best
Ever since my kids were old enough to understand the concept of sharing, my wife and I have been encouraging them to do it often. With three kids that are very close in age, that is easier said than done, but I am always proud of them when they manage to pull … [Read more...] about Sharing At Its Best
