As 2023 rang in, so did the hype over artificial intelligence, particularly with generative AI (such as ChatGPT). Seemingly overnight, the long-gathering buzz surrounding AI’s applicability not only to the world of work, but also to business and everything else, became nearly deafening. AI has become seemingly pertinent to just about everything — and it probably is. As more industries begin to realize the opportunities this rapidly developing technology presents to their operations and bottom lines, questions abound. Front-and-center among them is: where to start? In human capital management (HCM), the answer is, just about anywhere. We see vendors applying AI to their solutions for payroll, scheduling, employee self-service, performance management, benefits administration — the list goes on. Name a subdomain of HCM, and there’s […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat: Navigating the Talent Shortage: A Creative Approach to Skills-Based Hiring
Businesses face a growing challenge: the talent shortage. The traditional ways of recruiting and hiring no longer suffice in a world where the working-age population is shrinking, and the gap between available talent and job openings is widening. To shed light on this issue, we turn to recent research from the Burning Glass Institute and a fascinating conversation with Pamela Stroko about innovative solutions. Here are some of the main themes of our conversation: The Shrinking Workforce The working-age population has been steadily declining, with little to no growth. Starting in 2012, we witnessed a meager 0.5% growth in the working-age population, and this rate slowed to 0.2% from 2017 onwards. This trend is expected to persist until at least 2030, painting a grim picture […]
Continue readingNavigating HR Tech: Best-in-Breed Talent Solutions vs. All-in-One Platforms
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of human resources, technology has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping the way organizations manage and engage their most valuable asset: their talent. From recruitment and onboarding to performance management and career development, the realms of HR have been irrevocably altered by innovative solutions that streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and elevate the employee experience. As organizations grapple with the challenges of a dynamic workforce and the demand for unprecedented levels of agility, the significance of selecting the right HR technology solutions has reached paramount importance. With a plethora of options available, ranging from specialized best-in-breed tools to comprehensive all-in-one platforms, the choices can be both empowering and overwhelming. 3Sixty Insights aims to illuminate the intricacies of this critical decision-making process, […]
Continue readingResearch Note: Unleashing the Power of Influencers: Transforming Organizational Change through Performica
Introduction: In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking innovative ways to drive change and transformation. One area that has emerged as a powerful catalyst for organizational growth is the utilization of key influencers. These influencers, from within the ranks of employees, possess the ability to shape company culture, enhance employee engagement, and drive positive change. In this Research Note, 3Sixty Insights explores the transformative impact of influencers on organizational change and transformation through the lens of an insightful interview with Katherine Stueland, President and CEO of GeneDx. An Urgent Quest for Answers GeneDx, an organization committed to ending the diagnostic odyssey for individuals with rare diseases, understands the immense challenges faced by patients and their families in their desperate pursuit of accurate […]
Continue readingNow of Work Guest Podcast – Women in HR Tech Summit — Exclusive Preview
Headed to HR Technology Conference on Oct 10-13? Still on the fence? Reason #117 to go (you could say #1 reason): The Women in HR Technology Summit is included in your premium pass, and it’s the only conference program like it. Jeanne Achille is the Program Chair for Women in HR Tech, and she covered the origins of this powerful summit with my co-host, Jess Von Bank! HR is dominated by women, even at executive levels where the numbers normally skew toward men. So why this summit and these topics? Jess and Jeanne also discussed the programming for Women in HR Tech, which includes six sessions and keynotes designed to provide valuable insights into topics that impact everyone in the workforce, including how to generate new leadership opportunities for women, and how to build cultures of […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat: The “Ambition Recession” and Activating Employees with Pamela Stroko
Welcome back to another episode of #HRTechChat, where we dive into the latest trends and strategies in human resources and workplace technology. In this podcast episode, our host, Jennifer, is joined by HR expert Pamela Stroko to discuss a pressing topic – the staggering 59% of the workforce who are quietly quitting their jobs. Pamela sheds light on the concept of the “”Dead Zone,”” the time of day when remote or hybrid workers are not available to their managers. This lack of trust and connection to work has contributed to the decline in productivity and engagement among employees. Pamela introduces a concept called the “Ambition Recession,” a term coined by Gad Levanon, which points to the decline in employee ambition and engagement since the pandemic. […]
Continue readingProfessional Employer Organizations: Getting From Operational to Strategic
When it comes to HR, most small businesses reach a point of reckoning. They finally realize they can’t wing it anymore, whether that be with accidental HR people or inadequate technology — or, for the latter, none at all beyond email, perhaps a shared drive, and standard-issue spreadsheet software. (Believe us when we say, even well past the second decade of the 21st century, we still see it all in the interviews 3Sixty Insights conducts with users….) Reaching their senses, small businesses eventually seek structure for all the complexities and red tape associated with the management of the employment of people. This is when they may call up the services of a typical professional employer organization. Most of the time, these employers are stretched as […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat: James Galvin, CEO and Co-Founder of Starcircle
The talent acquisition of today is nonlinear. By this, we mean it’s all one thing, not a siloed process with many activities taking place in an orderly fashion or readily apparent, repeatable sequence. James Galvin should know. Our guest for this episode of the #HRTechChat video podcast, James is CEO and co-founder of Starcircle, a Cork, Ireland–headquartered vendor of cloud software and services designed to result in truly effective talent acquisition campaigns by looking at these as holistic efforts and considering sourcing first, and not last — an idea embodied in a term Starcircle uses: long-tail talent. Take artificial intelligence, for example. It’s difficult to discuss modern talent acquisition without mentioning AI. This is because AI has entered the fray of talent acquisition for good. […]
Continue readingHR Technology Conference & Exposition – Women in HR Tech | October 10, 2023
Join 3Sxity Insights’ Jennifer Dole, along with Kelly Cartwright Vice President of Global Talent Acquisition of Splunk and Clarissa Peterson President and CEO of Ohana HR, LLC as they discuss HR Technology in pact to helping drive gender equality. Secession Description: In recent years, the overall state of women’s employment has seen improvements. Yet, despite organizations’ increased focus on gender equality, the earnings gap is real and women are still paid less than men. Occupational segregation – in select fields such as retail, healthcare and education – contributes to gender wage gaps, especially for women without a college degree. Women also still shoulder a disproportionate amount of caregiving responsibilities, many without protections such as paid leave that preserve their career paths. In this closing keynote, […]
Continue readingCase Study Vignette: Insperity Partners with CEO of Quickly Expanding Midmarket Client PRS to Help Him Achieve Strategic Plan for the Workforce
With swift organizational growth come challenges and revelations along the way that, together, are the ingredients in a recipe that can elevate conventional conceptions of what a professional employer organization (PEO) can be. The story at PRS is that tale: a small organization growing rapidly in its headcount to become a midmarket employer and, along the way, turning to Insperity, the PEO that would be able to help PRS manage this growth from the standpoint of operational HR and help executive leadership realize its greater vision for their people. PRS: Growing with Insperity In considering traditional views of why an organization would turn to a PEO, Joe Getch, CEO of PRS, says, “I think a lot of people might think of a PEO as a […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat with Pamela Stroko: Challenges and the Role of HR Leaders in Curating Culture
Welcome back to another episode of #HRTechChat, the Podcast where we explore the latest trends, innovations, and strategies in the ever-evolving world of HR technology. I’m your host, Jennifer Dole. And on today’s show, we have a very special guest joining us again, someone who has made a significant impact in the HR tech landscape with her expertise and thought leadership. She’s a trailblazer, she’s an innovator, and she’s a true advocate for leveraging technology to drive positive change in the workplace. Welcome back, Pamela. In this episode, we delve into the challenges that HR leaders face. The job market and talent shortage are hot topics in the news, with economic factors and uncertainties impacting companies’ hiring strategies. As Pamela points out, the predicted recession […]
Continue reading3Sixty Insights Monthly Research Recap | June 2023
Latest Research: Research Note: The Cloud Connectors – Asking the Right Questions and Getting From Here to There With a Sound Integration Strategy 3Sixty Insights spoke at length with subject matter experts at The Cloud Connectors. Contrary to what buyers may have been told, solution providers have far from solved the challenges innate to cloud-to-cloud integration. This Research Note explains why vendors of technology for HCM must carry out an integration strategy that lasts the full lifecycle of their software deployments. Research Note: The Professional Employer Organization: Operational Solution and Strategic Partner for HR Departments in the Midmarket Historically, professional employer organizations (PEOs) must combat the notion that they’re mostly just for small businesses looking to solve for tactical needs in HR. This research note […]
Continue readingAnalyst Insight: Rolebot – Helping Employers Engage with Passive Talent — the Best Talent — at Scale
What is passive talent? They are defined as high-performing already-employed people who are not actively seeking a new job. Ideally, however, your recruiters will actively seek out passive talent in ways that get them to change their mind and consider making a move. Why? The research shows that passive talent tends to perform better in their jobs. To reach and attract passive talent, your recruiters will need the latest tools available: artificial intelligence and additional innovations in the technology for talent acquisition. Applied correctly, these tools are the deciding factors today enabling organizations to beat their competition in hiring from the passive talent pool. This Analyst Insight dives into the subject — specifically: A survey by 3Sixty Insights, shared with Rolebot’s and 3Sixty Insights’ respective […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat: Maximizing HR Economics with Maria Scarangella: Unleashing the Power of HR Technology
Welcome to the #HRTechChat podcast, where we delve into the realm of human resources and explore the latest trends and innovations in HR technology. In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Maria Scarangella, a talent strategist, executive coach, and consultant, who shared her valuable insights and experiences in HR economics and its impact on organizations. Understanding HR Economics: According to Maria, HR economics serves as a decision-making framework, guiding investments in people to maximize returns. In today’s complex business landscape, where organizations face overwhelming changes, having a structured approach to decision-making becomes crucial. By aligning HR strategy with organizational goals and leveraging data, HR leaders can make efficient and effective decisions that drive results. Ultimately, the goal is to deliver value to customers […]
Continue readingVideo: Transforming Employee Well-Being and Engagement – The Inspiring Journey of Sarah Cottrell and PepTalk
This is the inspiring story of Sarah Cottrell, an employee engagement specialist at Global Payments, who transformed the organization’s well-being and engagement with the help of PepTalk. Through purposeful conversations and data-driven insights, Sarah empowered managers, fostered trust, and created a positive work environment, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing employee well-being. Read the full report covered in the video here: Transforming Employee Well-Being and Engagement: A Case Study on PepTalk at Global Payments
Continue readingCase Study Vignette: Transforming Employee Well-Being and Engagement – A Case Study on PepTalk at Global Payments
Introduction Sarah Cottrell is an employee engagement and well-being specialist at Global Payments. She joined the company 18 months ago when the role was newly created in the UK. Over time, Sarah realized that the well-being aspect of her role had become a significant part, reflecting the growing need for well-being support in the workplace, especially after the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We needed to redefine how we approach employees… you do not become a different person at work where you shrug off whatever happened at home; we have to embrace and connect with the whole person. We are all human and we have to amplify that to create empathy and build trust,” shared Sarah. Sarah discovered PepTalk, an employee engagement and well-being platform, […]
Continue readingResearch Note: The Crucial Role of Managers in Creating a Positive Team Experience: Leveraging PepTalk to Invest in Development for Business Success
Introduction Current HR trends have us all investing in and focusing on individual employee engagement and development. While we’ve all gone down this path and are seeing positive results for the individual employee, the well-being of our teams is an aspect of business that gets neglected. Almost every employee is part of a team driven by a leader we rely on. We expect the team manager to bring about positive results on every level from productivity to effectiveness to handling conflict. How are you enabling your managers to lead your teams? Are they equipped for success? Do they have the tools they need to meet expectations? In today’s post-pandemic work environment, where employees seek a different experience at work, the role of the manager in […]
Continue reading#HRTechChat with Pamela Stroko: Empowering Women in the Workplace
In a recent episode of #HRTechChat, host Jennifer Dole and guest Pamela Stroko delved into the crucial topic of supporting women in the workplace and ensuring equitable promotions and opportunities. Pamela, an HCM practitioner and HR tech expert, provided valuable insights on the impact of HR technology in enabling women to access greater opportunities. Listen in as we will explore the key points discussed in the podcast episode and shed light on the importance of HR technology in empowering women in their careers. The Shift in Women’s Careers: Pamela highlighted the significant impact the pandemic had on women’s careers. Many women were forced to leave the workforce to fulfill caregiving responsibilities and support their families during challenging times. As a result, a staggering number of […]
Continue readingExploring the Intersection of HR Technology and Gender Equality: A Closer Look
Exploring the Intersection of HR Technology and Gender Equality: A Closer Look Discussions surrounding gender equality and diversity have become more important than ever before. Organizations are increasingly realizing the significance of promoting inclusivity and addressing biases within their workforce. As a result, the role of HR technology in driving gender equality initiatives is garnering attention. In this blog post, we will delve into the insights and experiences shared by Lucia Valerio, a global people operations leader, in a conversation about HR technology and its impact on gender equality. “Organizations need to be intentional about using HR technology to promote gender equality. Leaders and HR professionals must have a clear understanding of gender disparities and biases that exist in their organization and develop targeted interventions […]
Continue readingMarket Alert: Revolutionizing Talent Management: Phenom’s Workforce Intelligence Platform Empowers Retention and Growth Strategies
Phenom is set to introduce a Workforce Intelligence Platform that aims to reshape talent retention and growth strategies for organizations. Recognizing the challenges of declining employee loyalty and limited career advancements, Phenom is expanding its presence in this space. Their goal is to expand its holistic Intelligent Talent Experience platform to include technology where employees can effectively communicate their aspirations and employers have access to the data for improved talent decisions. With a focus on proactive solutions, Phenom is poised to revolutionize talent management by understanding employee aspirations, detecting early warnings, coaching teams, and fostering real-time collaboration. This introduction emphasizes the importance of “intelligence for talent management,” which combines employee, HR business partners (HRBP), and people managers’ experience to enhance employee retention and growth strategies. […]
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