Posts Tagged ‘#12DaysofHCM’
Employment Law 2020: Are You Prepared and Protected?
It’s a brand-new decade, and employment law changes are occurring at a breakneck speed right alongside technological innovation. Trends and best practices in employment law have evolved dramatically in recent years, and it can be hard for HR practitioners to keep up. But it’s important to pay attention: these potential changes affect every aspect of…
Read MoreTreating Every Day Like a Holiday – #12DaysofHCM
The holidays are often a time for reflection—what we’re grateful for, who we’re fortunate to have in our lives, and how we can make a greater difference in the lives of others. At Ultimate Software, we have our annual tradition of the Angel Tree, where we partner with Kids In Distress to help bring some…
Read MorePreviewing the Top-Three HR and HCM Megatrends for 2018 – #12DaysofHCM
As we wrap up an innovative 2017, HR technology is well on its way to expanding beyond the automation of traditional manual tasks. Cloud-based artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, natural language processing, image recognition, and virtual reality experiences have already been changing the dynamic among people, work, and communication. Looking ahead, there are three pivotal…
Read MorePartnering with the Miami HEAT to Make a Difference – #12DaysofHCM
In September, Ultimate Software announced a multi-year partnership with the National Basketball Association’s Miami HEAT that encompasses fan experience, joint community outreach, charitable giving, and the Ultimate logo on HEAT jerseys beginning this season. Teaming up with the HEAT is a true example of “People First” in action, as our organizations share a longstanding commitment…
Read MoreDo You Need Your Manager? Surprising Research Findings – #12DaysofHCM
You’ve heard the adage, “People don’t leave companies, they leave managers.” But what if your manager didn’t exist? In a new national survey of more than 2,000 U.S. workers, a shocking 80% said they could do their jobs without their managers. Surprisingly, employees who were managers themselves were even more likely to say this than…
Read MoreThree 2018 Customer Service Trends – #12DaysofHCM
As rapid technological advancements continue to redefine the B2B and B2C landscape, organizations are experimenting with various strategies to optimize efficiency and cost. This has understandably carried over to customer service; machine learning and natural language processing have led to extremely advanced chatbots, and the sheer enormity of available data has made analyzing and predicting…
Read MoreReducing Risk, Optimizing Productivity in the Finance/Insurance Industry – #12DaysofHCM
For finance and insurance organizations, the past decade has ushered in a whirlwind of change. Following the subprime mortgage crisis of 2006, scrutiny over financial management, risk assessment, and security measures vastly increased, and rate changes from the Fed have made tight profit margins even tighter for U.S. banks. Additionally, innovations such as Bitcoin, PayPal,…
Read MoreThree Things to Consider When Applying for a Job Online – #12DaysofHCM
Job board sites, social media networking, and one-click application services have made it easier than ever to apply for jobs—but they’ve also significantly increased the competition. Each corporate job posting attracts an average of 250 job resumes, and if you’re not careful, your resume may never even be seen by the recruiter. Here are three…
Read MoreHonoring Hardworking Professionals by Paying it Forward – #12DaysofHCM
No matter the size of the company or the industry, processing accurate payroll is arguably the most crucial aspect of running a successful business. Ensuring employees are paid on time, every time, “walks the talk” in showing you value your people and their dedication to serving your customers. In celebration of National Payroll Week, and…
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