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From Practitioner to Analyst: My Takeaways from This Year’s HR Technology Conference

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My heart is full and my battery is drained, but in the most beautiful way. Prior to HR Technology Conference, my experience with conferences was from the practioner’s and blogger perspective. I had the opportunity to attend HR Tech as a learner and an analyst in an industry where I’ve been a customer, a decision maker, and a functionality geek. I got to see some amazing people I had not seen in years or even had never met IRL. I’ve always loved learning, attending demos, and seeing how people are looking to solve their business challenges with people tech solutions. It was fun to have the experience of being in HR for 20+ years and now having a different conversation with vendors, finding out from […]

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3Sixty Insights’ Nicole Roberts to Facilitate HCI’s Strategic Workforce Planning Certification

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Sixty Insights is happy to share that Nicole Roberts, Analyst with 3Sixty Insights, will serve as a facilitator for the Human Capital Institute’s (HCI) Strategic Workforce Planning (SWP) Certification program. The SWP Certification is one of HCI’s flagship offerings, designed to help HR and business leaders build a forward-looking approach to workforce planning. Participants learn how to align talent strategies with organizational goals, identify and close skill gaps, and create actionable plans that drive measurable impact. Nicole brings her extensive expertise in HR strategy, organizational effectiveness, and people-centric leadership to the classroom. As a facilitator, she will guide participants through HCI’s evidence-based SWP framework, interactive exercises, and practical toolkits that can be applied immediately to real-world challenges. This collaboration underscores 3Sixty Insights’ commitment to advancing […]

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Video: Behind the Scenes – Nicole Roberts Prepares for Her First HR Tech

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Join Nicole Roberts, Analyst at 3Sixty Insights, as she shares her excitement ahead of attending her very first HR Tech Conference. In this video, Nicole talks about the briefings she has lined up, the innovations she’s eager to explore, and why this trip marks a special personal and professional milestone. Whether you’re attending HR Tech or following along virtually, this video gives you a glimpse into how 3Sixty Insights connects with industry leaders, uncovers the latest trends in HR technology, and builds meaningful relationships. Nicole will be at HR Tech Wednesday–Friday — connect with her and the 3Sixty Insights team if you’ll be there too!

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Case Study: Hosparus Health Gains Efficiency, Elevates Employee Experience Through Dayforce

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Founded over 40 years ago by volunteers to provide hospice and palliative care to children, adults, and veterans in Kentucky and Southern Indiana, Hosparus Health is a nonprofit provider of holistic care, veteran care, lung care management, and pet therapy. Its programs allow older patients to stay in the homes they know and love while receiving care, and younger patients are kept comfortable and free of pain while their families receive much-needed counseling and support. Hosparus Health cannot afford to miss its own mission-driven moments by dealing with time-consuming tasks such as processing payments for its nearly 750 employees across the organization’s nine locations. Lacking the budget of larger for-profit organizations, Hosparus Health sought to invest in an affordable yet capable human resources management solution. […]

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Workology Article: Q&A With Nicole Roberts

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This interview is part of Workology’s HR spotlight series, where they highlight influential HR leaders who are shaping the future of work through bold ideas and real-world impact. For this post, they spoke with Nicole Roberts, 3Sixty Insights Analyst,  Founder and President of People Solutions Group. Nicole Roberts is an HR strategist, executive advisor, and the Founder and President of People Solutions Group, a consulting and training firm that helps organizations align people practices with business strategy. With more than 20 years of experience spanning high-growth, PE-backed, and mission-driven organizations, she combines strategic foresight, human-centered insight, and practical HR leadership to drive meaningful results. Her expertise includes strategic workforce planning, leadership development, change management, culture transformation, and talent advisory. Nicole is especially skilled in guiding organizations through […]

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Case Study: From CFO to Accidental HR Leader – How isolved Turned One SMB Manager Into a Thriving HR & Payroll Organization

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Introduction Many small and medium-sized businesses depend on their financial leaders to handle HR and other administrative tasks, regardless of their background and expertise. This includes roles like CEO, CFO, and Controller — often ones that have little experience or training in matters related to recruiting, hiring, and managing the workforce, yet oversee the company’s talent acquisition and management. In such situations, the workforce gets short shrift. HR-related issues receive only the time they require, not the time they need. Despite the manager’s best intentions, areas like engagement, workplace culture, and performance management fall by the wayside. Since spending time on HR means less time for budgeting, forecasting, taxes, and compliance, the manager’s core function suffers as well. This can hurt the company, especially as […]

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Research Note: The Hidden Costs of Being the HR Hero – How SMBs Use isolved to Turn Compliance Headaches into Strategic Growth

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Running the financial side of a small and mid-sized business (SMB) is complex enough, but adding workforce management, benefits, and compliance to the mix stretches capacity even thinner. For many SMBs, hiring a full-time HR professional is simply financially out of reach. It may then be a structural resource or workforce issue that makes HR underdeveloped, reactive, and disconnected from overall business results. As these businesses struggle to handle the increasing complexity of HR, payroll, and benefits management, these duties often fall to CFOs, controllers, or administrators who lack the time, resources, and expertise to manage the workforce strategically. When HR responsibilities are added to an existing role, it can seem unexpected since they weren’t part of the original job description or a focus of […]

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On-Demand Webinar: Practical Advice for Leading HR Through Uncertain and Unpredictable Times

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In today’s climate of shifting administrations, economic uncertainty, and evolving workplace expectations, HR leaders are being challenged like never before. The pressure to deliver results, preserve culture, and support employees—often with fewer resources—requires a new level of agility and insight. This session is designed to help HR professionals lead confidently through complexity by providing practical, experience-backed advice. Key Takeaways: Managing shifting priorities without sacrificing employee experience Identifying where HR processes tend to break under pressure Maintaining balance between business demands and workforce well-being Featuring: Geoff Webb – Contributing Analyst at 3Sixty Insights, with over 25 years of experience in the tech industry. Geoff brings deep expertise in how technology intersects with business strategy and society. A member of the Forbes Technology Council, he writes and […]

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Council Guest Post: HR Transformation – Timing is crucial: When to and Not to Transform HR

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Understanding the Optimal Moments for Change Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the role of Human Resources (HR) continues to transform, driven by technological advancements, evolving employee expectations, and changing regulatory environments. Navigating the timing of HR transformation is a delicate balance requiring strategic foresight and pragmatic decision-making. Let’s explores the opportune moments to embark on an HR transformation journey and scenarios when it may be prudent to delay or reconsider such an initiative. When to Transform HR 1. Organizational Growth and Expansion One of the most compelling reasons to initiate an HR transformation is during periods of organizational growth or expansion. As a company scales, its HR infrastructure must evolve to support increased headcount, diverse talent needs, and more complex operational challenges. Transformation, […]

#HRTechChat: Heike Wiesner and Alastair Pride on Payroll Trends and Innovation at Unit4

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In this episode of #HRTechChat, Dylan Teggart sits down with Heike Wiesner, Global Sales Growth Director HCM, and Alastair Pride, Managing Principal Consultant, of Unit4 to explore the evolving role of payroll as a strategic business driver. They discuss how cloud migration, integrated ERP systems, and innovations like Unit4’s Payroll Navigator are transforming payroll from a back-office function into a core asset for workforce planning, compliance, and employee trust. From real-time visibility to faster, smarter deployments, Heike and Alastair share how Unit4 is helping organizations simplify complexity, boost efficiency, and adapt to shifting workforce demands. If you think payroll is just about getting people paid, it’s time to think bigger. Learn more about how Unit4 can help your organization here: Unit4 HCM software for payroll […]

#HRTechChat: Darwinbox’s Samrat Krishna on Killing the Toggle Tax and Unleashing AI Agents at Work

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AI is changing the game—but not in the way you think. In this episode of #HRTechChat, we’re sharing a special swapcast from the PeopleTech podcast hosted by Mark Feffer, featuring Samrat Krishna of Darwinbox. Samrat unpacks how AI agents are killing the “toggle tax” and rethinking enterprise software altogether. Instead of juggling dozens of systems and interfaces, agents now act on your behalf—fetching info, taking action, and streamlining workflows across platforms. They dig into the mechanics of MCP (Modular Component Protocol), how Darwinbox is building for agent-first environments, and what HR leaders should automate today to unlock strategic headspace tomorrow. If you think AI is about replacing people, you’re asking the wrong question. Tune in to learn how to shift from assistance to agency—and why […]

#HRTechChat: Meredith Reilly on Building Your Advisory Village and Scaling HR Strategically

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Small businesses face growing complexity in HR, payroll, and benefits—but too often, leaders carry the burden alone. In this episode of #HRTechChat, Dylan Teggart talks with Meredith Reilly, Chief Sales Officer at isolved, about why it’s time to stop going solo. Meredith shares how modern HR demands strategic partnerships—not just tools—and how activating an “advisory village” can help leaders scale smarter. From tech fluency to cultural alignment, they break down what today’s HR advisors must bring to the table. If you’re still treating vendors as service providers, you’re missing the point. Tune in to learn how synergy, not solo effort, drives results. Our #HRTechChat Series is also available as a podcast on the following platforms: WRKdefined: https://wrkdefined.com/podcast/3sixty-insights-hrtechchat Apple iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3sixty-insights/id1555291436?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7hXSgrFWXwvJqPbnKunztv SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-965220588 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6aDtrRPYoCIrnkeOYZRpAQ/ iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-3sixty-insights-78293678/ Amazon Music […]

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Anatomy of a Decision: Beyond Borders – How deel Powers Hyqoo’s Global Contractor Platform

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Discover how Hyqoo scaled its global contractor workforce with Deel’s powerful compliance and payroll infrastructure. As the remote work revolution reshapes the labor market, staffing firms like Hyqoo face complex challenges: navigating local labor laws, managing international payroll, avoiding contractor misclassification, and ensuring seamless onboarding. In this exclusive case study, learn how Hyqoo: Hires and manages 300+ contractors across Latin America, EMEA, and APAC Ensures full compliance and minimizes legal risk with Deel’s EOR/CoR solutions Delivers a superior experience to both clients and talent through responsive support Streamlined onboarding, payments, reporting, and equipment delivery—all in one platform “We’re never going back to Remote. Deel gives us the reach, reliability, and responsiveness we need to power our global business.”— Kunal Patel, Global Talent Partner at Hyqoo […]

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Namely Webinar: Practical Advice for Leading HR Through Uncertain and Unpredictable Times – August 21st @ 2pm Eastern

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About Webcast In today’s climate of shifting administrations, economic uncertainty, and evolving workplace expectations, HR leaders are being challenged like never before. The pressure to deliver results, preserve culture, and support employees—often with fewer resources—requires a new level of agility and insight. This session is designed to help HR professionals lead confidently through complexity by providing practical, experience-backed advice. We’ll examine some of the most pressing challenges HR teams face during unpredictable times: How to manage shifting priorities without sacrificing employee experience Where HR processes tend to break under pressure How to maintain balance between business demands and workforce well-being Register and Learn More Here: Practical Advice for Leading HR Through Uncertain and Unpredictable Times The session will be led by Geoff Webb, Contributing Analyst […]

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Guest Podcast: What AI Can’t Replace – Pamela Stroko on Talent, Truth, and the Human Advantage

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You can’t automate empathy—and that’s the difference. In this episode, recorded live at isolved Connect in Chicago, industry veteran Pamela Stroko joins William Tincup to talk truth in HR tech. With over two decades across Oracle, analyst firms, and practitioner trenches, Pamela cuts through the noise around AI, hiring mistakes, and vendor hype. She shares lessons from launching The Five Talents That Matter podcast series, what 300,000 listens taught her about real talent signals, and why most companies are still getting hiring wrong—by design. From her earliest days in HR to her sharpest critiques of today’s tech landscape, Pamela makes one thing clear: connection still wins. Listen to the full podcast here: What AI Can’t Replace – Pamela Stroko on Talent, Truth, and the Human Advantage

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Council Guest Post: Why HR Transformations Fail in Organizations

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HR Transformations Can Be Successful if Understood Properly Embarking on an HR transformation journey is a daunting task that holds the promise of a more efficient and engaged workforce. However, the reality often falls short of expectations. From my personal experiences, HR transformations crumble under the weight of various challenges. Here, I always wondered about the reasons why these transformations fail. I wanted to explore the topic further to ensure our future efforts as HR professionals would be more successful. Understanding HR Transformation Most of the time, HR transformation is misunderstood as transforming individual processes to mimic best practices rather than transforming HR as a system. This system encompasses the entire ecosystem, including both internal and external elements. It is critical to understand the business […]