Oxford Economics and SAP recently released the report “ Workforce 2020: The Looming Talent Crisis ” aimed at understanding the opportunities and challenges of the evolving workforce. SAP and Oxford Economics’ research identifies several key characteristics of the 2020 workforce, including that it will be an increasingly flexible one. While this may seem obvious, in the U.S. MORE

The attendees gathered to discuss a very forward-looking topic – What will HR look like in 2020 ? We took a different route for the June HR Roundtable in Cincinnati by trying to be prognosticators! Looking into the future is rarely accurate, but it is a chance to step away from the trenches and look ahead to see what we’d like things to become. What things should HR get rid of now? MORE

Skills shortages in 2020 will rise to an entirely new level. Editor’s Note:   Readers sometimes ask about past TLNT articles, so every Friday we republish a Classic TLNT post. And I’m not talking about  STEM skills , although they’re critical. Or the ability to speak multiple languages, which needs to be more common in the U.S. more…). MORE

The following question and answer session is derived from APQC's recent sit-down with Accenture's David Axson, one of America's leading thinkers when it comes to the transformation of the finance function. Information Management Information Technology Finance and Accounting Articles and White Papers 7.0 Manage Information Technology 8.0 Manage Financial Resources Print MORE

David: It’s incredibly liberating to be a finance professional in 2020. This excerpt from “Coffee Break with Game-Changers: Finance 2020 – Life or Death by Digital” on the Voice America talk radio network was adapted for the Digitalist Magazine. Read Part 1: Will Digital Transformation Kill Finance? ,  Part 2: Role Of The CFO – Scorekeeper or Coach? ,  Part 3, Can You Look Ahead at the CFO’s Job Description in 2020? Last in a series. Read Part 1 , Part 2 , Part 3 , and Part 4. What does the future have in store for finance? In these volatile times, it’s tough to say. MORE

Businesses, employee-students, higher education institutions and policy-making institutions all have a stake in increasing the number of people with post-secondary credentials, and the realization of Goal 2020. Our physical, scientific, and cultural environments are constantly changing. The challenges that come with these changes can only be met with education. Stackable Credentials. MORE

According to HRE Online, the landscape in 2020 will look nothing like it does today , even though it’s just a few short years away. What the workforce will want in 2020. The workforce in 2020 will look a lot different than it does today, and it will have entirely new demands on its employers. HCM greatness demands that you keep one eye on the future. MORE

In January I participated in the first DisruptHR Orange County event. If you aren’t familiar with DisruptHR, it is a Ted-esque style event with speakers in the HR/Recruiting world speaking for five minutes with 20 slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds. For even the most seasoned of speakers it’s a bit nerve-racking. After much. Human Resources MORE

The federal government Goal 2020 is that once again the United States will have the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by the year 2020. The goals of 2020 and 2025 cannot be achieved with the sole focus on incoming “traditional students.” Trends in higher education make news on a regular basis. Changes in enrollment data, how courses are taught, and how credit is awarded are a few of the practical matters being discussed in the media and by higher education officials. If this sounds ambitious, it is. link]. College courses can be accessed online anytime. MORE

Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce report predicts: • 55 million jobs will become available by 2020. • 31 million baby boomers will retire in the next six years. • 24 million additional new jobs will be created as the economy recovers. • a shortage of 5 million workers with higher education. These numbers create a sense of urgency. Recruit the right people. MORE

recent Council of Adult and Experiential Learning report, “Fueling the Race to Postsecondary Success: A 48-institution Study of Prior Learning Assessment and Adult Student Outcomes” (Klein-Collins 2020), showed that adult student who earned credit for prior learning were more likely to earn a bachelor’s degree within seven years: 43 percent in comparison to 15 percent of non-PLA students. Defining “adult learners” isn’t easy. But these obstacles are not barriers as long as there is a plan in place to overcome them. The Financial Obstacle. The Plan. MORE

Last month we discussed how finding superstar talent within your organization could help you prepare for the workplace in 2020. HR & Employee Relations Authentic Leaders Developing Authentic Leaders employee onboarding employee relations human resources ROEI talent management process Workplace 2020Today we are sharing tips on how to build authentic leaders for your organization. MORE

These diverse areas of business represent about 85 percent of the projected job growth by 2020. The future is bright. The economy is improving. The number of job openings is increasing. Now the challenge for employers is to fill their workforce with qualified workers. Innovation is a top priority for 95 percent of employers surveyed. Furthering education is the key to business success. MORE

Workforce Analytics & Planning Boomers Gen 2020 Gen X Karie Willyerd Millennials The 2020 Workplace workforce planning By Dr. Karie Willyerd, Vice President, Learning & Social Adoption, SuccessFactors, an SAP Company They say three’s a crowd, so what will they say when five generations work together? Millennials are on their way in, but Boomers are in no hurry to make their way out. In fact, American workers are increasingly putting off retirement. […]. MORE

As we get into 2016, and 2020 is a mere four years away, the likelihood of there being a major shift in the direction of a high percentage of independent contractors seems less likely to me. Unfortunately at this time I don’t see this change occurring by 2020 or 2025 or even 2030. Some estimates had 45% of the workforce being part of the gig economy. Workers not really ready. MORE

In 2015 APQC conducted a survey that asked participants for their predictions on their HR functions in 2020. This infographic summarizes which factors the participants felt would influence their HR functions. Human Capital Management Tools and Templates 6.2 Recruit, source, and select employees 6.3 Develop and counsel employees 6.4 Reward and retain employees Print MORE

Articles and Technical Benefits Management Employee Benefits Group Risk Healthcare Legislation Pensions 2020 politicsA major feature of this blog is our looking into the Jelf Employee Benefits crystal ball to predict changes and trends that may influence. The post A 20:20 vision appeared first on. MORE

Many studies show that 65 percent of jobs will require post-secondary education by 2020. When you ask little children what they want to be when they grow up they might give the traditional answers of doctor or fireman. Ask teens and they may go for glamor and give answers of professional athlete or actor, or follow their current interests and say video game designer. Period. link]. MORE

Big Data: CFOs already have a lot of data at their fingertips, but in 2020 they will have even more. In 2020, Friedman says expectations placed on the CFO are presumed to be even greater, and CFOs will likely need a much more diverse, multidisciplinary skill set to meet those demands. By 2020, the CFO role will require much more than just an accounting background. MORE

By 2020, there will be a huge shift in the workforce. By 2020, 40% of the top leadership will have reached retirement age. What can you do today to prepare the workforce of 2020? Adapt to change fast— By 2020, the workplace environment as we know it will change due to the evolution of technology. Workplace 2020 hr human resources Recruitment MORE

Here's five things to look inward at and determine if you've got what it takes to lead an HR team and be a viable partner to the business leaders who will hire you in 2020. The world is changing, and the people paying the bills want different things from HR. Remember, I'm talking about leading HR, not participating in running it: 1. You've got a mack daddy processor upstairs. Meaning you can take large amounts of information in and make quick, accurate decisions. Not IQ. Speed with accuracy. . 2. You're as assertive as the salespeople in your organization. Too bad. Yes.  . HR Insider MORE

Acquiring these relevant skills is important for both workers and businesses. “On average, by 2020, more than a third of the desired core skill sets of most occupations will be comprised of skills that are not yet considered crucial to the job today,” The Future of Jobs report states. That’s a good thing. link] reports.weforum.org/future-of-jobs-2016/chapter-1-the-future-of-jobs-and-skills/. MORE

The IOM goals for 2020 are to increase the number of nurses with Bachelor’s degrees or higher to 80 percent and to double the number of nurses with doctoral degrees. Every person reading this has been impacted in some way by a nurse. Today we are in the middle of National Nurses Week, May 6-May 12, a week that is celebrated to raise awareness of the importance of nurses in our lives. MORE

Human Resources #Forbes future of business Future of Work Latin America workforce 2020Regardless of how successful companies in Latin America are today, research shows many may be unprepared to meet the challenges of the future workforce.  The numbers are the same when it comes to workforce management. Closing the technology skills gap. Leadership for the future. MORE

In 2020, that number will hit 50%. Millennials make up 35% of the work force. Engagement Retention & Engagement Talent Management millennials MORE

The Georgetown Center for Education and the Workforce report “Recovery: Job Growth and Education Requirement Through 2020” spells out workforce future needs: • By 2020, 65 percent of all jobs in the economy will require postsecondary education and training beyond high school. • By 2020 the U.S. This weekend we honor the military Veterans who have served and are serving our country. Memorial observations, flags and parades aren’t really enough. valuable way to honor those who have served is to assure their “economic competitiveness” as they transition back to civilian life. MORE

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Bonnie : How will the job description of CFOs change in the future, say in 2020? This excerpt from “Coffee Break with Game-Changers: Finance 2020 – Life or Death by Digital” on the Voice America talk radio network was adapted for the Digitalist Magazine. Part 3 in a series. Technology is putting tremendous pressure on finance to operate in real time. As a result, the way finance has always been done may well become obsolete. As the leader of the finance function, the CFO now faces the tough decision: change or risk being left behind. The program was moderated Bonnie D. like that. MORE

Employers believe this problem will continue. • By 2020 the skills gap, an increase in retirements, and a shrinking workforce could cause more than 5 million jobs to go unfilled by 2020. Higher education, job openings and the global economy are three components of talent supply affecting businesses today. The problem for many employers is finding those highly qualified employees. MORE

If We Ask the Right Questions We Can The "Uberization of work" is coming. That''s the latest work world prediction. As with years past, the transition between 2014 and 2015 has been marked by a barrage of assessments about HR''s past performance and a flurry of predictions about the future of work. According to my newsfeeds: Blogs MORE

In the next few years, by 2020, two-thirds of jobs will require at least a post-secondary credential, but just 10 percent of the population over 25 has an associate’s degree and just 32 percent has a bachelor’s degree. The growing class and economic divide in the United States, the topic of discussions and debates, is not an easy problem to solve. Enrolled part-time. Over the age of 25. MORE

When Goal 2020 and Goal 2025 were first set, there was a lot of discussion about why it was important to increase the number of Americans with post-secondary degrees. Today there is an added sense of urgency to the discussion – not just from policy makers and higher education institutions, but from American workers. American workers recognize the importance of higher education and the need to break the barriers that interfere with education completion. American citizens understand the correlation between higher education and economic gain. Breaking Down Barriers. Shared Actions. MORE

Thought Leadership Mike Ettling Multi generational workforce Oxford Economics Workforce 2020By Mike Ettling, President of the HR Line of Business at SAP. Originally posted on SAP Community Network) It’s graduation time, and with it comes this reality — this year the first of the post-Millennial generation – the iGeneration — are off to college. Which means more of us are soon to experience five generations […]. MORE

link] quickfacts.census.gov/qfd/states/00000.html Predictions are that by 2020 more than half of US children will be part of a minority group. Higher education is the key to individual social mobility, economic stability and security. Higher education is also the key to business development, an increased share of the global marketplace, and a stable economy and society. For U.S. women.” MORE

The move shifts the effective date of the tax from January 1, 2018 to 2020 and marks one of the most significant changes to the Affordable Care Act since its passing in 2010.   As currently designed, the Cadillac tax will impact plans with premiums totaling more than $10,200 annually for individuals and $27,500 annually for families. Those numbers are likely to be adjusted for inflation closer to 2020. Last month, Washington presented employers with a welcome surprise—a delay of the oft-maligned Cadillac tax. billion in administrative expenses alone. Currently, U.S. News Benefit MORE

To read more about the Leaders 2020 study, click here. Employee Engagement Future of Work Human Resources Leadership Lines of Business decision making digital business digital transformation diversity Leaders 2020In the digital economy, the imperative to change along with continuous innovation, rapid decision-making, and continuous changes in a global marketplace is setting new expectations for both organizations and individual leaders. However, those who get it right are seeing very clear benefits. Who are the leaders? What does it take to be a leader of the future? MORE

Editor’s Note:  It’s an annual tradition for TLNT to count down  the most popular posts of the year.  This is No. 30 of 2015. Our Our regular content will return on Jan. 4, 2016.  Happy Holidays! . Best Practices HR Insights HR Management HR Trends Uncategorized Best of TLNT Featured MORE

webinar: 69% of Leaders are “very prepared” to meet the changing demands of the 2020 workforce – 93% of Laggards say they are not prepared. Culture and engagement have never been more prevalent. On November 5, Cielo hosted a webinar –  Talent Activation Index LIVE! For insight into the TAI LIVE! Laggards are between “average” and “poor” in achieving their top strategic talent objectives. MORE

Earlier this year, The World Economic Forum released its Future of Jobs Report, which revealed some of the top skills that will be in high-demand by 2020. According to the WEF research, this is going to continue to be the most desired skill employers have in 2020, with 36 percent of all jobs spanning across every industry projected to consider this skill a core ability. 2. Creativity. MORE

By 2020, Millennials will make up 50 percent of the workforce as baby boomers continue to retire. Is your business ready for the boom of mobile use by 2020? •    Have a social media presence. Human Resources Management Personnel Management Staffing Management & Employee Development HCM human resources Millennials recruiting social media talent management Workplace 2020 MORE