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December, 2015
Ultimate Software
12 Days of HCM – #1 The Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 7, 2015
A lot crossed the minds of HR professionals this past year, from new concerns over ACA compliance to ongoing challenges with employee engagement. Over the next 12 days, we’ll highlight some of the hottest HCM topics from 2015 and take a look ahead to 2016. The Year of ACA. Throughout 2015, it probably felt as though you couldn’t go a day without hearing, “ACA.”
12 Days of HCM – #3 Future Workforce
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 9, 2015
What Gen Y Can Teach HR. This year, Generation Y, also known as millennials, became the largest generation in the workforce. Millennials have arrived—with great expectations—and it’s imperative to understand their impact on today’s multi-generational workplace. Ultimate recently partnered with The Center for Generational Kinetics to study Gen Y’s feelings about work.
12 Days of HCM – #4 User Experience Innovation
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 10, 2015
Putting the “I” in Innovation. One of the most important words for an HCM provider is innovation. And, at Ultimate Software, the most important letter in innovation is I. When we set out to design, develop, and deliver leading HCM technology, we focus on the I. We think of ourselves as end users of UltiPro ®. How will this user experience affect the work I do each day?
12 Days of HCM – #2 HCM Analytics
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 8, 2015
The Future of HCM Analytics. Analytics 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. The idea isn’t to replace people with machines, but to combine their powers: knowledge without bias. For HR leaders embracing analytics in 2016, we predict a more productive year.
Skill based learning – How it drives an organization’s performance
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Training and learning organizations today play an active role in contributing to the bottom line of any organization by aligning their objectives to the immediate business objectives. This provides a solid ground for cost justification and encourages businesses to place training groups right where they should be, at the heart of a growing, thriving, learning culture.
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12 Days of HCM – #9 Customer Satisfaction
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 15, 2015
Sharing Stories of Success. As mentioned on Sunday , we view our customers as Partners for Life. Part of that partnership means communicating and collaborating to ensure we’re consistently doing our best. Twice a year, we distribute more than 25,000 surveys to all of our current customers , in order to garner feedback and assess our performance. The follow-up is excellent.
Six Simple Steps for Keeping Your Data Secure
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 3, 2015
With November 30th marking the annual Computer Security Day , now is a great time to review some of the best practices for keeping your sensitive information secure at work and in your personal life. Computer Security Day is a great reminder to lock away your sensitive information. Here are six simple steps you can take to help keep your data safe: Beware of Phishing. Use Secure Wi-Fi. amb.”.
12 Day of HCM – #11 Global HCM
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 17, 2015
HCM’s Gone Global. With innovations in technology and the rise of mobile workforces, more and more organizations are operating on a global scale. That includes Ultimate, as this year we opened an office in Singapore, expanding upon our existing international presence in Canada and the U.K. It’s a fact: HCM’s gone global. While that’s an exciting development, it also brings new challenges.
12 Days of HCM – #12 Your People are Your Business
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 18, 2015
People First: A Special Message. For all of us at Ultimate Software, 2015 marked an extra-special year. In October, we celebrated a quarter century of putting people first. We were also extremely proud to premiere our first-ever national television commercial. The 60-second spot tells a great story, carries a powerful message, and features a pretty awesome Dude as the narrator.
Leaving performance reviews behind: Where to start [Guide]
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Is your company ready to move beyond the annual performance review? Where do you start? What are the keys to success? In this guide, you’ll gain an understanding of: the forces driving change, three foundations of success and take a deep dive into the skills gap many managers have that will sink your efforts before they start and how to address them.
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12 Days of HCM – #8 Company Culture
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 14, 2015
Great Workplaces Treat People Great. In 2015, Ultimate Software was named one of the Best Companies to Work For by FORTUNE for the fourth consecutive year. This is a major honor for us, as rankings are determined primarily by employees. People First” is our founding principle and the cornerstone of our culture. We all take great pride in making Ultimate Software a great place to work.
12 Days of HCM – #7 Customer Service
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 13, 2015
The Importance of Partnerships. With so much emphasis placed on the quality of HCM providers’ products—and for good reason—it’s easy to overlook the importance of quality service. But service remains a critical component of long-term success with HCM technology. Ultimate Software takes great pride in providing industry-leading technology and service. Ultimate Software
12 Days of HCM – #6 Talent Management
Ultimate Software
DECEMBER 12, 2015
Employee Engagement: A Resolution. The New Year is a time for resolutions. In 2016, will you resolve to increase employee engagement? Maybe you’ve thought about it for months. You even started developing a plan. But then you got sidetracked. It’s okay! We’re here to help you keep your resolution. We’ll even guide your through the first steps. Janine Truitt (2015). The secret to talent management?
Why Do Faces Work Better Than PowerPoint?
ej4 HR
DECEMBER 7, 2015
We’ve all been on the receiving end of a boring Powerpoint presentation. And we’ve probably created our own share of them, too. This despite the fact that we know how dull they can be. In fact, we reported on one study that found the PowerPoint delivery system so dreaded that 24% of respondents said they [.]. The post Why Do Faces Work Better Than PowerPoint? appeared first on.
Innovation Buster: How Losing Your Best Employees is Killing Innovation
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Employees at the front lines often have better ideas for innovation than others within the business, but when they walk out the door, they take those ideas with them. Want to innovate better and faster than the competition? You need to hold onto your best employees and the ideas they have. In this session we will explore how various pieces of the talent life cycle are related to retention and examine more than 20 strategies and ideas for improving retention outcomes for your business.
4 Moves to Better the Employee Onboarding Process
ClearCompany HRM
DECEMBER 1, 2015
There are many avenues to consider when onboarding employees. New employees want to feel comfortable and valued in their new work environment. It’s important for employers to take onboarding procedures seriously, chiefly because it sets the tone for new employees, check out these 4 moves to better your employee onboarding process. Employee Onboarding
8 Ways to Reduce Employee Burnout (& Prevent Turnover)
Brazen HR
DECEMBER 22, 2015
In the United States, 53% of workers say they are burned out and overworked. Why so many? You don’t have to look too far to find the cause — in the same study, 41% planned on not using their allotted vacation days. This is bad. Really bad. 40% of workers name burnout as their chief reason for searching for a new job. Click To Tweet. Create a Supportive Environment. Click To Tweet. Be Proactive.
5 Ways To Enhance Productivity In The Workplace
nettime solutions
DECEMBER 4, 2015
Keeping your employees engaged with the work they’re producing is essential to your business’ productivity levels. Listed below are 5 ways you can enhance productivity in the workplace : Remove Obstacles. Carefully observe your team and their working environment and remove or address any obstacles that appear to be a common problem. Motivate and Reward. Set Clear Goals. Welcome Feedback.
Are the Signs All There? Know These Candidate Red Flags
ClearCompany HRM
DECEMBER 3, 2015
Recruiters often have a tough task when finding the right candidate. Not only do they have to sift through candidates to find the ones they think will fit in with the company, but they need to establish how they sift according to skills, cultural fit and the hiring manager’s needs. In order to build the best possible team, you need to have better standards. Screening Candidates
2016 Training Program Best Practices
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Can you hear the collective groan when you launch that new compliance course? Do you get complaints both public and private from trainees about the uselessness of the training courses you've launched? Is there anything that can be done about it?
Talent Managers: Work With Your Manufacturing Professionals, Too
ATD Human Capital
DECEMBER 8, 2015
Most manufacturing professionals are experts in managing quality standards, projects, process documentation, audits, and supply chain functions. But what about managing the skill set of their workforce? deliver the goods and services required by your customers. develop your future skill set. optimize the use of your existing skill set. Here are five critical steps for supply and demand analysis.
Ready for a Brilliant New Year in HR? Read the Top Five Articles from the Workforce Intelligence Blog
Visier
DECEMBER 31, 2015
2016 promises to be a year of seachange for HR with HR professionals accelerating their embrace of a fact-based and business-oriented mindset (see the fifth point in this Josh Bersin post ). Brilliant HR in 2016 is data-driven, strategic, and impactful. Its practitioners ask not just how many , but — more importantly — ask why. The HR Leadership Revolution — Will You Thrive?:
HR Analytics: Start with the Story
UpstartHR
DECEMBER 14, 2015
Back in college I wrote a ton of papers for various classes. Without fail, my writing process would look like this. Read some of the research available and form an opinion. Write an essay based on that opinion. Go back and find data to back up my essay’s key points. Get about 95% finished and realize that the paper didn’t turn out like I wanted it to originally.
Are We There Yet: The State of Digital Marketing and Data Adoption
The Aristocracy of HR
DECEMBER 14, 2015
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Ditching the formal performance review? Kineo shares 3 Elements for Success
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Is your organization thinking about moving towards a performance development culture? What are the elements to succeeding and keeping managers and employees engaged? Download “A Road Map for Change” to find out and gain insight into making the transition as smooth as possible on your journey into this brave new world.
Is Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Real?
ej4 HR
DECEMBER 14, 2015
There’s no doubt that executives are talking about emotional intelligence (EQ). quick Google search will turn up hundreds of articles and posts about the subject. Some tout that emotional intelligence will be the factor to look for in employees and leaders for the foreseeable future. And some have us asking: “What’s all the hype [.]. The post Is Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Real? appeared first on. Business Ethics eLearning Training & Development emotional intelligence emotional intelligence and employee performance emotional intelligence and the workplace employee emotions at work
When All Employees Feel Empowered, the Entire Organization Benefits
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 7, 2015
“I was raised to treat the janitor with the same respect as the CEO.”. Culture HR Communications HR Insights Organizational Leadership Talent Management Workforce Featured
HR’s Important Role in Defining Employee Engagement
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 1, 2015
Recently, there has been a lot of discussion around the topic of workplace engagement. Best Practices Culture Engagement Generational Issues HR Insights HR Management HR Trends Retention & Engagement Talent Management Workforce Featured
5 HCM System Resolutions for 2016
HRchitect
DECEMBER 29, 2015
Written by: Jacqueline Kuhn. It is that time of year when we make our New Year’s resolutions with the hope that we have made improvements in the process. Most of us make some personal ones, some of us professional resolutions, but very few make them specifically for the Human Capital Management (HCM) systems we use. There is nothing more time stealing than a manual process.
HR's Critical Role in Creating Productive and Meaningful Workplaces
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Today’s workplace is characterized by chaotic forces—low employee engagement and productivity levels, and declining employee well being. HR Leaders have a critical role in defining the vision and strategy to transform and create a more productive and happy workplace.
What Are Your HResolutions for 2016?
PeopleStrategy
DECEMBER 31, 2015
Tomorrow marks the first day of 2016. It’s a time to reflect, refresh and restart. While you may not be one to make New Year’s resolutions in your personal life, chances are you will set professional goals and objectives, particularly if you manage others. Having trouble setting your goals? Here are just a few: New Year’s Resolutions for Managers. Powerful Human Resource Trends in 2016.
3 Ways to Spot Coachability in an Interview
Brazen HR
DECEMBER 3, 2015
Do you want to hire people who repeatedly succeed? (Is the sky blue?). Of course you do. But here’s the rub — past success isn’t necessarily the best indicator of future success. Past success isn’t necessarily the best indicator of future success. Click To Tweet. But Larry,” you might say. “If not past success, what should I be looking for?”. “Coachability,” I’d tell you. Harder question.
3 Ways to Fix Performance Management
Reflektive
DECEMBER 8, 2015
The explosion of communication channels and tools are shaking up organizations. New software platforms emerging create unprecedented levels of speed, agility, customization, and frequency in inter-office interactions, revolutionizing relationships. So what does the future of performance management hold? #1: The Annual Performance Review Is Out, Real-Time Feedback Is In.
9 Employee Retention Statistics That Will Make You Sit Up And Pay Attention
TLNT: The Business of HR
DECEMBER 31, 2015
Editor’s Note: It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down the most popular posts of the year. This is No. 9 of 2015. Our Our regular content will return on Jan. 4, 2016. . Contracts, Hiring & Firing HR Communications HR Insights HR Management HR Trends Resignation Retention & Engagement Talent Management Best of TLNT Featured
Learner motivation explained! Learn how to use an LMS to motivate your learners to upskill
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Training and development professionals often bemoan the lack of apparent initiative in their trainees. Learning professionals spend huge sums of money creating or acquiring skill aligned libraries of learning content, only to watch almost helplessly as learners refuse to engage with any training available that isn’t mandatory.
Recognition Drives “One Company” Cultures
RecognizeThis!
DECEMBER 17, 2015
by Derek Irvine. Recognize This! — For organizations struggling to develop an integrated front, a culture of values-based social recognition presents a unique path forward. The post points to three basic issues that get in the way: visibility, complexity, and trust. Imagine, for example, the leadership team of a global organization, armed with the best intentions. There is hope yet, though!
Celebrate the 25th Birthday of Employee Engagement
Grovo HR
DECEMBER 1, 2015
An idea as powerful as employee engagement seems like it should have been around forever. Businesses have always employed people, after all, and people have always done their best work when they’ve cared about the outcome of their efforts. But managers haven’t always talked about the need to engage employees the way they’re talking about it today. It turns 25 years old this month, to be exact.
Constant ACA Changes Got You Confused? Here is What Midsize Employers Need to Know Right Now
TriNet
DECEMBER 4, 2015
This post is part of the TriNet ongoing series about the Affordable Care Act and its effects on small business. Beginning January 1, 2016, midsize companies – defined as those with 51-100. Visit site for full story. Affordable Care Act
13 Ways To Onboard Happy Employees and Increase Retention
Justworks
DECEMBER 21, 2015
We've also built an infographic on how to best create a warm welcome for employees. You can check it out here. The onboarding experience is crucial for employee retention. This is the moment at which you can set someone up for success within your company. Onboarding without a set process is difficult for a new company. Current employees don't normally feel like they have time to do it.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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Needed: A shift from traditional performance management systems (organized as an annual review process) to newer performance development systems (organized around real-time dynamics). Download part one in a series to gain insight into why this shift must happen and why it needs to happening now
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