Why HR and Tech Must Co-Lead AI Transformation
AI is reshaping enterprise priorities, prompting HR and technology leaders to co‑lead digital transformation. In a discussion with Workday CIO Rani Johnson and Box SVP and chief people officer Jessica Swank, the article highlights how AI is as much a people problem as a technical one. Executive titles and reporting lines are evolving to embed AI responsibility across both functions. The partnership aims to align talent strategy, data ethics, and technology deployment for faster, safer AI adoption.
Deputy Launches U.S. Payroll with Paycor
Deputy announced the U.S. launch of Deputy Payroll, powered by Paycor, merging its time‑tracking and compliance tools with Paycor’s payroll engine. The partnership gives Deputy instant access to Paycor’s extensive network of small‑ and mid‑size employers, accelerating customer acquisition. Pilot...
Remote PR Jobs: Building a Niche Job Board with Authenticity and Trust
Andrea Holland leveraged two decades of PR experience to launch Remote PR Jobs, a niche job board focused on public‑relations and communications roles. The platform grew organically, emphasizing authenticity, trust, and a bootstrapped marketing strategy rather than heavy ad spend. By targeting...
Salesforce Q4 Beats Expectations, Agentforce Gains Momentum
.@Salesforce Q4 strong, Agentforce picks up momentum https://t.co/PqLYc0tJFP Salesforce reported a better-than-expected fourth quarter powered by Agentforce and Data 360. @ldignan https://t.co/c9L1RS7gVt
AI Hiring Tools Still Perpetuate Workplace Bias
In the workplace, AI is not levelling the playing field. Despite laws prohibiting discrimination, AI-powered hiring tools have repeatedly caused concerns about bias, fairness, and data privacy. https://t.co/Gyl7PSweRU #AI #Women #Technology #Jobs #ArtificialInteligence
The TPA’s Role in Avoiding Unnecessary ERISA Litigation
Third‑party administrators (TPAs) must ensure that a self‑funded health plan’s formal document and its Summary Plan Description (SPD) are perfectly aligned. Gaps or missing clauses—especially around subrogation—can expose both the TPA and plan sponsor to ERISA class‑action lawsuits costing tens...
Is Your Hiring Assessment a Lie Detector in Disguise? It Could Be a Class Action Time Bomb⏰💣
A Massachusetts federal court denied a motion to dismiss a putative class action alleging that a pre‑hire "Workstyle Assessment" functions as an unlawful lie detector. The assessment asked candidates to rate statements on planning, persistence, reliability and emotional awareness, and...
How to Evaluate HR Tech Vendors for Cybersecurity
HR data appears in four out of five cyber breaches, highlighting the sector’s vulnerability. As HR platforms become central to employee information ecosystems, vendor security directly impacts corporate risk. A structured evaluation—starting with data‑flow mapping, compliance verification, and baseline controls—helps...
Why Claims Data Underestimates Mental Health Risk
Employers often rely on isolated claims or EAP call counts, which dramatically understate the true scale of behavioral health issues in the workforce. By aggregating medical, pharmacy, and EAP data—and even website analytics—companies can capture both prevalence and cost, revealing...
Why Security Teams Can No Longer Ignore Recruitment Fraud
Recruitment fraud is emerging as a critical enterprise security threat, driven by AI‑powered social engineering that can convincingly impersonate recruiters and hiring workflows. Labor market volatility, highlighted by 1.17 million U.S. job cuts in 2025, has amplified the urgency and exposure...
Improve Interviews – Scenarios Questions Reveal How Candidates Will Act (Which Tech Tools Will a Candidate Use)
Current interview practices focus on past behavior, overlooking which tools candidates will use in a rapidly evolving workplace. Dr. Sullivan proposes “How You Will Act” (HYWA) scenario questions that ask finalists to outline steps for solving present or emerging problems,...
Vocalbeats.AI Announces Scholarship with National University of Singapore to Accelerate AI-Native Talent Development
Vocalbeats.AI, a Singapore‑based AI audio firm, launched the Vocalbeats.AI Scholarship at the National University of Singapore for students in the School of Computing and the College of Design and Engineering starting in 2026. Recipients will receive priority access to internships,...
NJIT to Launch Expanded AI and Cybersecurity Workforce Training in Partnership with Verizon
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) announced an expanded workforce development program in partnership with Verizon, launching in early April. The grant‑backed initiative offers no‑cost training in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and core IT skills to eligible New Jersey residents. Participants...
How L&D Leaders Can Build AI Literacy to Stay Competitive in the Future of Work
Learning and Development leaders must acquire AI literacy to remain competitive as artificial intelligence reshapes how work is performed. Over half of L&D professionals already view AI as a strategic advantage, but the goal is to enhance learning effectiveness, not...
POV: Should Companies Track Employee Productivity Metrics, or Does Surveillance Erode Trust?
The shift to remote and hybrid work has turned employee productivity tracking into a high‑tech practice, ranging from keystroke logging to AI‑driven analytics. Leaders argue that transparent, outcome‑focused metrics can enhance accountability, while critics warn that covert surveillance erodes morale...
Salesforce Introduces Agentic Work Unit, Adoption Uncertain
Salesforce's Agentic Work Unit: What you need to know https://t.co/v1a33p2CIY Salesforce has a new metric--Agentic Work Unit (AWU). The big question is whether enterprises will adopt it. @ldignan https://t.co/3tLyVHbws7
Unleashing the Next Era of Skills-Driven Leadership at CHRO Series Hong Kong 2026
Hong Kong’s 2026 budget earmarks HK$222 million for re‑employment schemes and transforms the Employees Retraining Board into Upskill Hong Kong, pushing HR from administrative to strategic. The CHRO Series Hong Kong 2026, organized by HRM Asia, will translate these policies into...
AI Overuse Erodes Skills, Dorsey Cuts Block Workforce
Recruiting Brainfood - Issue 490 https://t.co/zEshmedDB2 Skills Atrophy through AI overuse, Jack Dorsey firing 40% of Block, and how 'humans-in-the-loop' is a kop out... https://t.co/Lmt6dMFvC1
Tech Toolbox: NotebookLM
Forma LMS is a free, open‑source learning management system designed for organizations seeking cost‑effective training solutions. It allows administrators to create custom e‑learning environments, upload courses, and track learner progress with detailed reporting. The platform supports SCORM content, integrates with...
Positive Psychology Culture Delivers Tangible HR Outcomes
#PositivePsychology Driven Culture: Real-World Results @ABPsychologists https://t.co/JubHxUwZ3H #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
Employer of Record in Indonesia: 2026 Hiring Guide
An Employer of Record (EOR) in Indonesia lets foreign firms hire local staff without forming a legal entity, handling payroll, tax, social security, work permits and termination compliance in 1–3 weeks. Providers such as Multiplier, AYP Group, PT Mitra Langgeng...
7 Best AI Recruiting Tools for Small Businesses in 2026
Artificial intelligence is reshaping talent acquisition for small businesses, offering a suite of recruiting platforms that automate job description creation, candidate sourcing, resume screening, and interview scheduling. In 2026, seven tools—Workable, HiredAI, Breezy HR, Zoho Recruit, HiveMind AI, JazzHR, and...
Extending ERP to the Frontline: Why AI-Powered HR Kiosks Are Becoming a Critical Enterprise Layer
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and human capital management (HCM) platforms now handle payroll, compliance, and analytics, yet frontline workers remain disconnected from these systems. AI‑powered self‑service HR kiosks embed intelligence at the point of interaction, enabling real‑time attendance validation, policy...
Survive AI Job Threats with This Checklist
#AI Is After Your Job – The Definitive Checklist For Surviving AI #JobCuts/#Layoffs @DrJohnSullivan https://t.co/pEin2JvNk9 #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
Driver Recruiters Turn to Agentic AI to Streamline Hiring
Driver recruiters are adopting agentic AI to streamline candidate engagement. Tyson Foods recently deployed AI agents that handle initial outreach, pre‑qualify drivers, and schedule calls, allowing its six recruiters to efficiently support a 2,800‑truck fleet. Industry leaders at the 2026...
TraineryHCM™ Certified as Smartchoice® Preferred Provider
Brandon Hall Group has awarded TraineryHCM™ its Smartchoice® Preferred Provider certification after an extensive evaluation. The recognition highlights TraineryHCM’s integrated human capital management platform that unifies performance, learning, and compensation modules. The platform’s modular design allows organizations to deploy individual...
Timeero Survey Reveals Views on Workplace GPS
Timeero’s survey of 1,000 U.S. field and mobile workers shows 75.5 % are comfortable with GPS tracking during work hours, and 53 % actually prefer employers that use it. Employees cite accurate pay, dispute resolution, and a sense of protection as key...
Paylocity Named Top HR System in Sapient Survey
Paylocity was named a Top HR System in Sapient Insights Group’s 28th Annual HR Systems Survey, which aggregates feedback from over 4,500 organizations worldwide. The company earned first‑place user‑experience scores for Time and Attendance in the mid‑market segment and for...
Mellow Launches Support Program for Indie Game Studios
Mellow, a contractor‑management platform for freelancers, has unveiled Indie Launchpad, a six‑month support program for indie game studios. The initiative grants full access to Mellow’s global talent pool, covering more than 100 countries, enabling studios to hire remote developers, artists,...
The No-Cost Tool Transforming Hiring and Retention
Netchex announced a cost‑free integration with BenefitsMe that embeds a Buy‑Now‑Pay‑Later (BNPL) service directly into its payroll platform. The BNPL option lets hourly employees purchase from more than 70,000 brands and repay interest‑free through payroll deductions, available from Day 1 with...
Workable Rebuilds Reporting to Gain Competitive Edge
Workable unveiled a ground‑up rebuilt Reporting Suite that adds enterprise‑grade analytics to its traditionally easy‑to‑use recruiting platform. The new suite includes a custom report builder, advanced visualizations, role‑based dashboards, and granular permission controls, eliminating the need for external BI tools...
1 in 4 Workers Feel Valued at Work
Achievers Workforce Institute reports that only 25 % of employees feel genuinely appreciated, a shortfall that hampers engagement and productivity. The study identifies women, Gen Xers, and healthcare workers as the most overlooked groups in recognition practices. Frequent acknowledgment—especially weekly—can boost effort,...
AI Literacy and Change Management Among Most-Needed HR Skills
LinkedIn’s February 2026 Skills on the Rise report shows AI literacy has become the second‑fastest‑growing skill among HR professionals, trailing only employment law and compliance. The metric combines skill acquisition on LinkedIn profiles with hiring success, indicating both training demand...
HR and IT Must Choose Cooperation Over Consolidation
The HR–IT debate in the age of #AI: cooperation or consolidation? @HR_Exec https://t.co/0mcF86H3r7 #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
Free 6‑Month Claude Max: The New Severance Perk
a free 6mo subscription to claude max 20x is the hot new employee severance benefit
When Identity Can Be Faked: Deepfakes, Voice Cloning & the Legal Risks Implicating Workplaces
Deepfake and voice‑cloning technologies are now cheap and highly convincing, prompting a wave of fraud incidents across Asia‑Pacific workplaces. Legal experts warn that manipulated audio‑video can trigger financial loss, data breaches, and even sexual‑harassment claims, stretching existing fraud and privacy...
Myth Vs. Fact: Is AI Really Killing Entry-Level Jobs?
The article debunks the myth that AI is wiping out entry‑level jobs, explaining that while AI automates routine tasks, it does not eliminate the need for human workers in those roles. It highlights that demand is shifting toward analytical, problem‑solving,...
Cost Management Is the Primary Business Priority for Benefit Leaders
Employers are feeling heightened pressure from medical inflation, specialty‑drug spend and regulatory complexity, prompting a shift toward cost control as the top benefits priority, according to MetLife’s 2026 U.S. Employee Benefit Trends Study. Controlling benefit costs has become the number‑one...
PAYX Leads AI-Driven HCM Shift, March‑April Puts Stall
$PAYX was one of the earliest poster childs for AI replacing HCM Some Mar. and Apr. puts holding still https://t.co/hKo3OHuqOM
This App Helps Employees with ADHD and Anxiety Manage Their Day
NoPlex, dubbed the “chaos management app,” is built to help employees with ADHD and anxiety organize daily tasks and reduce stress. The app offers a free consumer version and a paid, enterprise‑grade tier that employers can purchase per seat. By...
Insperity and Workday Announce General Availability of Insperity HRScale
Insperity and Workday have launched Insperity HRScale, a unified HR services and technology platform aimed at small and midsized businesses (SMBs). The solution blends Insperity’s professional employer organization model with Workday’s Human Capital Management suite, delivering payroll, benefits, compliance, and...
Slashwork CEO: HR Teams Often Get the Worst Tech – Let’s Fix that for the AI World
Slashwork, the AI‑powered successor to Meta’s Workplace, has secured a $3.5 million seed round led by 20VC, with investors including Slack co‑founder Cal Henderson and former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg. The startup was founded by three former Workplace engineers to address...
Skills, Not Headcount, Drive HR Success in 2026
Podcast: Why Skills, Not Head Count, Matter Most to HR in 2026 @Conferenceboard https://t.co/C4eDvTLbom #HCM #HRM #HumanResources #HRTech #CHRO #CPO #Hiring #Recruitment #PeopleManagement #Culture #Change #FutureofHR #HRCurator
Parly Committee Backs Payroll Reform Measures
South Africa’s Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Public Service endorsed Treasury’s allocation to modernise the government payroll system and launch a national e‑government procurement platform. The move follows a ghost‑worker audit that has flagged 4,323 high‑risk cases of fraudulent payroll entries...
Hudson Talent Solutions Appoints Wayne Mealey as Managing Director, North America, Accelerating Growth in Agentic AI-Driven Talent Solutions
Hudson Talent Solutions announced the appointment of Wayne Mealey as Managing Director for North America, a move designed to accelerate the firm’s growth of its agentic AI‑driven talent solutions. Mealey arrives with more than 25 years of talent acquisition experience,...
Understanding the Regulatory Change of Updates to Individual Income Tax Withholding System in China
On January 23, 2026 China’s State Taxation Administration rolled out an update to the Golden Tax III Individual Income Tax Withholding System. The revision optimizes calculation rules, most notably the method for computing cumulative standard deductions on comprehensive income. Although the agency has...
Faces of HR: Philips’ Justin Kwok on Elevating Global Mobility From Compliance to Business Impact
Philips’ International Mobility Partner for APAC, Justin Kwok, emphasizes that global mobility must evolve from a compliance‑focused function to a strategic business driver. Drawing on over 12 years of experience, Kwok highlights clarity, partnership and flexibility as the pillars enabling...
Truss Opens Entity in Armenia to Expand Global Hiring Capabilities
Truss, an AI‑driven hiring platform, announced the establishment of a legal entity in Armenia. The move aims to bolster its capacity to place senior‑level talent for U.S. companies across emerging markets, leveraging Armenia’s growing pool of technical professionals. By operating...
RefAssured, ID.me Partner to Fight Candidate Fraud
RefAssured and ID.me have launched an advanced fraud‑prevention solution that embeds identity verification into staffing agencies' existing applicant tracking systems. The joint offering combines RefAssured’s 1.5 million reference reports with ID.me’s digital identity wallet, which serves over 160 million users, to authenticate...
Firstup Elevates EX with Advanced Personalization in Latest Platform Release
Firstup unveiled a major platform update that expands personalization across the employee experience, adding a Custom Homepage that can be tailored by role, location, tenure and other audiences. The new mobile enhancements bring the same drag‑and‑drop prioritization and content stacking...