JUNE 2019
Like other corporate functions, Human Resources is increasingly asked to deliver greater value than it has in the past. To accomplish this, many HR departments are striving to take on more strategic roles while carrying out their traditional administrative roles more efficiently and effectively. So, how is HR faring in these endeavors? To find out, HR.com fielded the What's Hindering HR's Success in 2019 survey in partnership with Access, the largest privately-held information management provider in the world. In essence, we discovered that most HR professionals feel their departments are well aligned with the goals of their larger organizations, but continue to struggle with a number of key challenges, including administrative inefficiencies and onerous backoffice burdens. We invite you to read the report and infographic - What's Hindering HR Success in 2019? - which includes key insights and 9 key takeaways. -
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JUNE 2019To help safeguard today's increasingly globalized workforce, organizations are utilizing professional background checks at a near universal rate, according to a newly released survey from the National Association of Professional Background Screeners. This third annual survey, in partnership with HR.com's Research Institute, not only found that protecting employers and customers was the top reason for doing background checks but also that having access to international screening capabilities is important for most. The number one challenge reported continues to be the length of time in getting results. We invite you to read the report which includes key insights and outcomes from the survey. -
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JUNE 2019In an age of rapid change and talent shortges, learning has never been more important. But how can organizations get the most out of the learning and development (L&D) function? One way is by increasing learner engagement levels. Download the research report today to gain a better understanding of the current (L&D) trends, technologies, and learner engagement, including the primary factors driving today's L&D initiatives and how technology is helping to support key initiatives and learners; the type of learning engagement metrics in use today and how organizations measure learner success; how frequently performance-related features and capabilities are included in learning systems and which ones are used most; and how learning programs and technology are expected to change in the next three years. To learn how these insights may apply to your organization, plus 10 key takeaways that you can apply right away, we invite you to download and read the report and infographic today. -
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JUNE 2019In recent years, the concept of employee wellness has evolved into something more expansive and holistic, often referred to as employee well-being, for instance programs that encompass not only physical well-being but mental, emotional, social, financial, and environmental. Some commentators describe well-being programs being part of an improved employee experience and argue that employee well-being programs are growing in importance and significance. This study, based on a major survey to HR professionals in partnership with Cigna, a provider of a variety of health services to employers. You will learn about the current state of employee well-being programs and the value of such programs. We invite you to read the report and infographic - The Current State and Future of Employee Well-Being Programs 2019 - which includes research insights and 6 key takeaways. -
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JUNE 2019HR professionals are optimistic about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in improving the HR function. Specifically, in improving the talent acquisition function. This report shows that many HR professionals foresee AI playing enhanced roles in most aspects of talent acquisition. Although some see possible drawbacks to increased AI usage, many also believe AI will free up talent acquisition professionals to focus on more value added parts of their jobs. The research gives insights into today's usage and understanding of AI in recruitment, the utility of specific AI-related tools, the future impact of AI in talent acquisition, and how AI is affecting and will affect major areas of recruitment - including candidate sourcing, candidate assessments, candidate interviews, candidate selection, and onboarding. To learn how these insights may apply to your organization, plus 9 key takeaways that you can apply right away, we invite you to download and read the report and infographic today. -
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MAY 2019Employee engagement continues to be a primary organizational and HR concern. As a result, many employers are collecting, analyzing and acting on engagement data. To give HR professionals a point of reference, HR.com's Research Institute has conducted its second annual study on the state of employee engagement. The research gathers information on engagement levels and current practice, gauges how effective engagement programs are, and gleans insights on what has led to more successful engagement programs. To learn how these insights may apply to your organization, and to get 7 key takeaways and strategic outcomes from the study, we invite you to download and read the report and infographic today. -
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MAY 2019Although employee leave management may look simple to non-HR professionals, there are many complexities associated with it. To understand how organizations are approaching leave management, HR.com's Research Institute conducted this study in partnership with UNUM Group, a leading provider of financial protection benefits in the U.S. and U.K. and the leading provider of disability income protection in the world. You will learn what the biggest challenges of leave management are, how organizations are using technology or outsourcing to help with leave management, and what differentiates organizations that are more effective at managing leave from those that are less effective. We invite you to read the report and infographic - How Today's Organizations Manage Employee Leave - which includes full research insights and 7 key takeaways. -
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MAY 2019Human Resources has come a long way over the last century, but what does its long-term future look like? That largely depends on key decisions that today's HR professionals will make over the next several years. In the 21st century, HR has striven to become a better internal business partner, and it has vied to become seen as a valued leader and communicator. To understand how well it has succeeded, and the current state of human resources, HR.com's Research Institute has conducted this second annual longitudinal study. We invite you to read the results of this exclusive research in The Advancing HR Function 2019 report. You will learn how well HR professionals are positioned to thrive in the near future, the recent evolution of HR technologies, and what the profession needs to do in order to advance. Read the research report and infographic to get 10 key takeaways you can begin implementing right away. -
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MAY 2019The understanding and usage of recruitment marketing, or RM, has risen since last year, according to our second annual state-of-the-industry survey on the topic. This trend reflects heightened competition for skilled employees and the growing dominance of technologies such as social media and networks. What are the reasons behind RM's emergence? And what is the degree to which it has been adopted by organizations? Which tactics and strategies are most closely linked to recruitment success? And which technological solutions appear most promising? We invite you to read the second annual State of Recruitment Marketing 2019 research report, and accompanying infographic, developed by HR.com's Research Institute, to learn how RM is likely to evolve in the near future. Plus, you get 8 key takeaways you can implement right away. -
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MARCH 2019Succession management is one of the trickiest tasks in human resources. HR can't always be sure about who will be available for promotion or whether the key jobs of today will still be key in the future. Nevertheless, succession management is essential because it reduces the risk of disruptive talent gaps in critical roles in the years ahead. To understand the state of succession management practices we conducted this study with three primary goals in mind, to determine the degree to which organizations are doing formal or informal succession planning, to learn how they are managing their processes, and to gain insight into what practices lead to the most effective outcomes. Ceridian, a leader in global human capital management software, partnered with HR.com's Research Institute on the study. We invite you to read this exclusive research report and infographic, which includes key insights and 8 key takeaways. -
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MARCH 2019The competition for talent has never been more intense. An organization uses its employer brand to communicate its identity to current and potential employees, and it uses recruitment advertising to publicize and market specific job openings. The ultimate goal is to attract and retain valuable talent. But how many organizations have accomplished this? And what do best practices look like? We invite you to read the exclusive 2019 State of Employer Branding and Recruitment Advertising research report and infographic, developed by HR.com's Research Institute, to learn how organizations use employer branding and recruitment advertising to master this competition, plus 13 key takeaways you can implement right away. -
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MARCH 2019Today's organizations contend with a variety of workplace threats, including violence, harassment and stalking. For an HR leader who is launching an initiative to deal with workplace threats, it is important to define what types of threats will be covered. After all, the phrase "workplace threat" will be interpreted differently by different people. Paycom, a leading provider of human capital management technology, partnered with HR.com on this research, based on a late-2018 survey. This study seeks to answer several questions including the role that Human Resources (HR) professionals play in addressing workplace threats, and how can one mitigate those threats? If HR can create a level of basic awareness about possible warning signs, it will probably have a better chance of learning about issues before they escalate into serious problems. We invite you to read this exclusive workplace safety research report and infographic, which includes key insights and 10 key takeaways. -
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FEBRUARY 2019Most HR professionals believe that diversity and inclusion (D&I) have the potential to drive innovation and increase organizational performance. Most also know that giving equal opportunities and accepting people for who they really are is simply the right thing to do. Yet, strong D&I cultures are still not the norm in most workplaces today. We invite you to read the exclusive State of Diversity & Inclusion 2019 research report, and accompanying infographic, developed by HR.com’s Research Institute, to learn about the level of D&I in the leadership ranks, along with 8 key takeaways on making D&I more of a reality in the workplace today. -
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JANUARY 2019More and more organizations are embracing video technology, especially for recruitment purposes. Some are on the cutting edge of the trend. They not only use dedicated interviewing platforms but increasingly leverage platforms that perform a range of tasks in addition to video. This study explores these trends in detail. We invite you to read HR.com's exclusive State of Video and Interviewing Platforms research report and infographic, which includes key insights and 8 key takeaways, to learn how organizations are using this technology and to explore current and future evolution of interviewing platforms. -
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JANUARY 2019Generally speaking, 2018 was a bullish year for Human Resources (HR) professionals. HR departments were more likely to grow than to shrink, and they expect further growth in 2019, according to this second annual HR and Talent Management Benchmarking Report. That's not to say there weren't challenges. Indeed, the benchmark and trend data collected in this report show that HR must contend with a range of issues, from recruitment problems to succession planning struggles. The study is based on a mid-2018 survey conducted by HR.com, in partnership with Ceridian, a global provider of Human Capital Management software. It not only reports on the status of HR and talent management today but examines which practices could have a positive impact on HR's performance. The survey covered two broad topics: the general state of today's HR departments and HR's performance in specific talent management areas. -
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DECEMBER 2018Artificial intelligence (AI) will continue to transform Human Resources (HR) technologies for the foreseeable future. In fact, it's happening now as companies begin to adopt technologies with built-in AI. The challenge for HR will be to keep up with the issues, opportunities, and challenges created by the ever-changing landscape of AI. Learn how the The State of Artificial Intelligence in HR 2018 research may apply to your organization. We invite you to read HR.com's exclusive state of the industry research report, and the corresponding infographic, which includes key insights and 8 key takeaways. -
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NOVEMBER 2018Digital transformation is all around us, affecting not only how work gets done but the nature of work itself. HR.com partnered with SumTotal, a Skillsoft company and the world's only unified learning, talent, and workforce management solution, to investigate how today's human resources (HR) professionals view and facilitate digital transformation in their organizations. For this report, we defined digital transformation as "the concept of integrating technology into all areas of the business to effectively keep up in today's ever-changing digital economy." The study shows that there are both challenges and opportunities for HR in general and the Learning and Development (L&D) department in particular. It also shows how organizations deemed Digital Leaders differ in terms of how they perceive digital transformation, view organizational culture, and assess the skills required to cope with change. -
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NOVEMBER 2018Some organizations are rich in good leaders, while others are poor. Why? No doubt, some of this stems from issues such as talent acquisition and corporate culture, but this study specifically focused on the role of leadership development. In partnership with Skillsoft, a leading educational technology company, this study was conducted with three primary goals in mind - 1) to gauge the state of leadership and leadership development programs in today's organizations, 2) to learn what stands in the way of improved leadership, and 3) to gather evidence on the best ways of improving leadership development. Read the full research report, and corresponding infographic, today. -
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October 2018The Retail and Hospitality (R&H) industries touch nearly every person on the planet. As a result, most of us feel a personal connection to local, regional, and national brands. These organizations rely on a host of talented workers from a variety of backgrounds to burnish those brands and stay successful. Business leaders are, therefore, under tremendous pressure to manage their workforces well, and this can be especially challenging in R&H industries. To gain a better understanding of the workforce management issues faced by these industries, HR.com partnered with cloud Human Capital Management company Ceridian to investigate these issues. Read the full research report today. -
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OCTOBER 2018Today's organizations are asking more and more of their HR professionals. In order to meet those organizational needs, HR is continuously striving to become more efficient and effective. One way to potentially achieve this is through greater automation of administrative tasks, according to new research by HR.com. During the summer of 2018, Iron Mountain and HR.com surveyed HR communities in both large (enterprise companies with 2,500 or more employees) and mid-market (between 500-2,499 employees) sized organizations in an effort to better understand the current state as well as the possible future of the automation of HR processes. -
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OCTOBER 2018In today's tight labor market, organizations continue to look for any competitive advantage that improves their ability to find, attract, hire and retain the best possible candidates. Many turn to applicant tracking systems to improve their Talent Acquisition capabilities. To gauge the breadth and depth of ATS adoption and usage, HR.com surveyed the HR community. Learn how the The State of Applicant Tracking Systems 2018 research may apply to your organization. We invite you to read HR.com's exclusive state of the industry research report and handy infographic, which include key insights and key takeaways from the research. -
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OCTOBER 2018Being an effective HR leader takes extreme focus and a willingness to dig into key organizational issues to propel your business forward. But sometimes it's this same intense level of focus that can cause you to lose sight of other emerging challenges. Issues that are real, but just not as easily visible. These are what we like to call "Blindspots". We know that nobody understands the state of HR better than the HR professionals who live it every day. That's why the 2018 League Blindspot Report, sponsored by League and conducted by HR.com in partnership with Ipsos, is designed specifically to alert you to these blindspots by analyzing and then reflecting back the key feedback we received from HR leaders across the U.S. -
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AUGUST 2018Talent acquisition practitioners are facing a range of serious challenges, and those who are best able to meet these challenges will likely gain large advantages in today's labor marketplace. Today's talent acquisition function is ripe for disruption, according to new research conducted by HR.com in partnership with the IBM Smarter Workforce Institute. Read the exclusive research to gather insights on issues such as quality and cost of hire, to identify challenges that arise from regrettable hires and to learn how aggressively employers are moving to adopt new talent acquisition technologies. -
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AUGUST 2018Although it is difficult to run an effective performance management (PM) process, some organizations are up to the challenge. To better understand this trend, HR.com conducted this study with two primary goals in mind - to discover what most organizations are doing around PM, and to discover what particularly successful organizations are doing differently. To learn how the The Future of Performance Management research may apply to your organization, we invite you to read HR.com's exclusive state of the industry research report, and accompanying infographic, which includes strategic insights and 6 key takeaways. -
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JUNE 2018In today's ever-changing economy, employees want to keep their skills up-to-date and to progress in their careers. Likewise, most employers need skilled workers in order to effectively compete in terms of quality, customer service and productivity. But how well are organizations performing in this area? To find out, HR.com produced this study in partnership with BambooHR, a leading provider of HR technology for small and medium-sized businesses. Read this exclusive HR.com research report to learn what differentiates organizations with good career development from those with poor career development, and to assess how well organizations are handling career development. -
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JUNE 2018As organizations become more networked and team oriented, HR has a central role in team development. The same dynamics that drive individual engagement and performance also apply to teams. HR's role is to foster those dynamics and prepare people to work together toward a shared team purpose. HR.com produced this study in partnership with TTI Success Insights, a leading source for research-based, validated assessment and coaching tools that enables teams to excel today and into the future. Read the exclusive research to learn what drives team effectiveness, to discover the challenges teams face in their organization, and to uncover effective practices for developing and engaging teams. -
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JUNE 2018Because benefits are expensive and difficult to administer, HR is seeking innovative ways to better leverage that investment. One effective approach is to focus on ensuring employees understand the value they receive from benefits. In other words, it's not all about improving benefits or cutting costs. HR can enhance the positive impact of benefits by ensuring employees see clearly how the benefits help them. To help HR professionals better understand benefits communication and life events, HR.com produced this study in partnership with eni, an industry leading employee benefits provider that specializes in integrated benefit engagement solutions. Read the exclusive research to learn how organizations are using life events and personalization technology to get more value from their benefits offering, and to understand the link between communication and employee appreciation. -
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JUNE 2018These days, there is a lot of discussion about employee recognition. There are debates about how much is appropriate, how it should be provided, where it should be captured, who should see it, and more. To understand these issues better, HR.com partnered with BetterWorks to conduct research into the role of continuous performance management (CPM) and recognition. Read the exclusive research to learn about the performance of these programs in collecting and managing performance-related feedback, the factors most likely to influence employee engagement, and the processes that are most closely associated with organizational success. -
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JUNE 2018The era of personalization has arrived. Thanks to advances in digital technology, many aspects of our lives are impacted by the ability to personalize. We receive personalized online ads, personalized music and movie recommendations, and personalized services at hotels, to name just a few. Yet when it comes to learning, the personalization journey has been painfully slow. In the corporate environment, most content is developed for mass groups of learners. Learners themselves tend to have little choice in what content they use and how it's delivered. Multiple drivers are, however, quickly changing this picture. In this exclusive research report, created in partnership with Adobe, we examine these drivers and examine the current and future state of personalized learning. -
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JUNE 2018In an increasingly global economy, employers are rightfully placing a premium on the safety of employees and the community. Employers continue to utilize professional background checks at a near universal rate, according to a newly released survey from the National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS). The second annual survey gauging the views of HR professionals found that public safety was their top priority. Read the exclusive research to learn whether organizations are relying on standalone or integrated solutions and to understand the barriers why the number one challenge reported continues to be the length of time in getting results. -
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JUNE 2018Most HR professionals believe that diversity and inclusion (D&I) have the potential to drive innovation and increase organizational performance. Most also know that giving equal opportunities and accepting people for who they really are is simply the right thing to do. Yet, strong D&I cultures are still not the norm in most workplaces today. To learn how the State of Diversity and Inclusion industry research may apply to your organization, we invite you to read HR.com's exclusive state of the industry research report, which includes key insights and 9 key takeaways. -
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MAY 2018Human resources professionals often view HR various functions from a larger employee-lifecycle-management lens, which entails looking at the management of employees from the time they are first recruited to the time they leave the organization. To help HR professionals better understand employee lifecycle management, HR.com produced this study in partnership with APS Payroll, a technology company offering award-winning human capital management solutions for mid-sized organizations. Read the exclusive research to learn whether organizations are relying on standalone or integrated solutions and to understand the barriers that impede good lifecycle management. -
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MAY 2018Recruiting and selecting talented people has become a top HR priority. To support this priority, many organizations are leveraging assessment tools and processes to find, hire, and select the best candidates. To better understand both the use and value of modern assessments, HR.com in partnership with HireVue, launched The State of Assessments survey. Read the exclusive research to find out the biggest challenges to hiring the best talent, the features that HR professionals want most from assessment tools, the future investments in pre-hiring assessments, and the primary benefits and uses of assessments. -
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MAY 2018Today's organizations are struggling to retain and engage employees in a tight labor market. One way to address this is through excellent rewards and recognition (R&R) programs, but which programs are being used, and are they having the desired impact? HR.com partnered with BambooHR to conduct research into the state of workplace R&R programs. Read the exclusive research to find out which ones are having the greatest impact on engagement and retention. -
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MAY 2018Because of its relatively recent and speedy emergence, recruitment marketing (RM) still remains a mystery to some HR professionals. Even those with a clear understanding of it have a difficult time staying current with this fast-evolving area. The rise of RM reflects a response to two broader trends in the talent acquisition field - the growing importance of employer brands and the rise of social media. RM consists of the various activities an organization uses to find, attract, engage and nurture talented prospects even before they apply for a job. To learn how the State of Recruitment Marketing 2018 industry research may apply to your organization, we invite you to read HR.com's exclusive research report with primary findings and 8 key takeaways. -
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The HR Compliance Business Impact Report: How U.S. employers manage compliance risk in the workplace
APRIL 2018Maintaining compliance and managing risk are among the toughest challenges that HR professionals face, especially those working within large organizations that have global operations and a complex workforce. Add to the mix a constantly changing legislative landscape where every jurisdiction must adhere to its own set of rules and regulations or risk facing hefty fines and penalties for non-compliance. This study reveals how effectively HR professionals within a cross section of organizations in the U.S. manage compliance issues in their workplace and the overall business impact that these changes have on their policies and procedures. Read the exclusive research, conducted by HR.com in partnership with Ceridian, to learn the strategies organizations use to stay up-to-date with new mandates. -
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APRIL 2018Today's HR professionals are increasingly well-educated. Postgraduate degrees are common, certifications are numerous and on-going learning is taken seriously. This study takes a close look at the amount and kind of education HR professionals have today and how that affects their workplace proficiency. HR.com produced this study in partnership with BambooHR, a leading provider of HR technology for small and medium-sized businesses. Read the exclusive research to learn which skills are most highly associated with professional success. -
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MARCH 2018Sexual harassment and abuse have been widely reported in the news in recent months. Is this having an impact on workplace policies and training? This important study with input from over 1,200 HR professionals found that many employees lack a solid understanding of sexual harassment policies. In fact, only about a third of respondents report that the vast majority of their employees fully understand company policies. To learn more and read key research insights from this important and timely research, we invite you to download the complimentary research report today. -
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MARCH 2018In the 21st century, HR has striven to become a better internal business partner, and it has vied to become seen as a valued leader and communicator. All the while evolving from an administrative function to a more strategic one. But how well has it succeeded? How prepared is HR to thrive? Where does HR need to grow stronger? What skills will be most important in the near future? What is the future of HR Technology and what will HR look like in the future? These are just some of the questions this exclusive state of the industry research uncovers. Read the exclusive research today, conducted by HR.com. -
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MARCH 2018Traditional talent management challenges, such as training and recruitment, now take place in the context of constantly improving HR technology, the growing importance of contingent workers, and a shift towards more project-based work. Through this study we learn how modern organizations manage talent in an increasingly project focused workplace. Produced in partnership with Deltek, a leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for government contractors, professional services firms and other project-based businesses. -
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MARCH 2018The theory that higher engagement can improve productivity spurred over two decades of attempts to increase organizational performance by boosting employee engagement. Since then, businesses have spent billions of dollars on annual surveys, programs, and employee perks with relatively little to show for it. Some organizations have, however, seen considerable progress. To gain a more detailed picture on how well today's HR professionals believe their organizations are performing in this area, HR.com conducted "The State of Employee Engagement" survey in January 2018. To learn how this state of the industry research may apply to your organization, and to read the primary findings and 10 key takeaways from the survey, we invite you to download and read the report. -
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MARCH 2018In today's ever-changing regulatory landscape, businesses of all sizes throughout North America face a wide range of compliance challenges. This report provides an in-depth look at how small- and medium-sized organizations (SMBs) address issues related to complex employment/labour laws, keep informed with changing tax regulations, and try to maintain payroll compliance. Read the exclusive research, conducted by HR.com in partnership with Ceridian, to learn how struggling HR professionals and managers of SMB can stay abreast of a fast-changing compliance world. -
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FEBRUARY 2018Talent analytics are rapidly maturing as more organizations learn how to successfully incorporate them into standard HR practices .However, leveraging talent analytics requires new skills, solid technology and, more than anything else, a new mindset. HR.com produced the study in partnership with PeopleFluent, a leading total workforce HCM technology company with offerings that include workforce planning and analytics solutions. Read exclusive insights on talent analytics that are relevant to all organizations eager to keep abreast of this rapidly evolving area. -
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HR and Talent Management Benchmarking Report: A snapshot of today's practices and performance levels
JANUARY 2018HR practitioners use benchmarks and trend data for a variety of reasons: to get an up-to-date snapshot of the profession, to compare their departmental operations to averages, to guide HR staffing and workforce planning, and more. Read exclusive research on HR benchmarking conducted by HR.com in partnership with Ceridian. Learn about the status of HR and talent management today, and get a look at practices that may have a positive impact on HR's performance. The survey covered two broad topics: the general state of today's HR departments and HR's performance in specific talent management areas. -
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JANUARY 2018The way we work is changing. That is not a new concept, but what is new is the astounding velocity and scale of change. At center stage is the digital revolution, which has led to new ways to compete, innovate, serve customers and work on a global scale. But new technologies bring threats as well as opportunities. One key threat is the fact that workforces have had a hard time keeping pace with digital disruptions. It is with this threat in mind that HR.com partnered with Pandexio to create a survey intended to investigate how prepared today's workforce is to meet the challenges of the near future. -
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NOVEMBER 2017To gain a more detailed picture of how HR is currently using AI—and will use it in the near future—HR.com conducted "The State of Artificial Intelligence in HR" survey in August/September 2017. HR professionals will see explosive growth in their use of artificial intelligence (AI) over the next five years, according to the state of the industry research. To learn how this state of the industry AI research may apply to your organization, and to read the primary findings and 8 key takeaways from the survey, we invite you to download and read the report today. Also download the infographic representing key AI survey stats and outcomes from the survey. -
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OCTOBER 2017Integrated human capital management systems are no longer confined to large organizations, according to new research conducted by HR.com to over 500 HR professionals, in partnership with BambooHR. The research uncovers the degree to which today's small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) use integrated HCM systems and how they maximize the value of those systems. You will learn key strategies if you are in an organization that is either considering purchasing and implementing an integrated HCM system in the future, or if you are trying to improve your existing system. Read best practices and 7 key takeaways from the research. -
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OCTOBER 2017Many of today's organizations suffer from poor learning cultures and inadequate learning and development (L&D) functions, according to new research conducted by HR.com in partnership with learning technology company, Skillsoft. This research highlights today's L&D trends and challenges, provides suggestions for how organizations may boost learning effectiveness, and highlights how to help modern learners gain new skills in today's complex and diverse workplaces. Learn more about the survey results and read 6 key takeaways from the research. -
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OCTOBER 2017Despite their access to new technologies and innovations, many HR professionals still find meeting payroll deadlines stressful, according to new research conducted by HR.com, in partnership with BambooHR. But the problem is not with payroll schedules themselves. In fact, most respondents said they are satisfied or very satisfied with their payroll schedules. The problem is with various other areas of their systems, from reporting capabilities to getting managers to approve timesheets. -
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OCTOBER 2017Each year brings new regulation changes to affirmative action plans and each year organizations are having to re-evaluate how they go about creating their plans. This is especially important in a year when diversity is predicted to become one of the top CEO-level strategic issues. How are organizations managing these changes? Successful firms are embracing the true purpose behind the development of Affirmative Action Plans (AAP), and generating benefits beyond simply being compliant. In the spring of 2017, PeopleFluent and HR.com conducted a survey of HR professionals at U.S. federal contractors to examine current issues and practices around affirmative action compliance. -
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OCTOBER 2017Leader-led coaching is gaining momentum and will be increasingly critical in the near future, according to a new study carried out by HR.com in 2017 in partnership with InsideOut Development. There are multiple factors driving the coaching movement, including an influx of younger workers, steep competition for top-tier talent, and the desire to revamp ineffective performance management systems. Read the whitepaper to get 5 key takeaways from the research. -
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JULY 2017Today's employers face an ever-evolving landscape when it comes to making informed decisions related to safety, qualifications and risk. Many companies, particularly in the "gig economy," are in uncharted territory, while others are seeking to navigate a patchwork of federal and state regulations. To get the perspective of HR professionals, HR.com teamed up with National Association of Professional Background Screeners (NAPBS) to conduct research into the challenges faced when conducting background screening. In this whitepaper you will get a clearer picture of how and what employers are screening. -
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JUNE 2017Performance management and employee engagement are two of the hottest topics in HR today, but how do they influence one another? To find out, HR.com conducted a survey on this topic in partnership with BambooHR.com. In this whitepaper you will learn how HR professionals view employee engagement and employee discretionary effort in their organizations, you will discover how aspects of performance management seem to influence engagement levels, and you will gain insights into the best practices associated with the sometimes contentious topic of performance reviews. -
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JUNE 2017How can employers keep good employees in an age when unemployment rates are dipping down to 5% or below? That's one of the key questions that HR.com in partnership with LifeWorks recently researched through a survey of over 700 HR professionals. In this whitepaper you will learn what HR professionals believe are the employee issues that need the most attention. Do those issues correspond with employee perspectives? Not always (!) and the differences are instructive. -
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JUNE 2017Good news! 78 percent of companies report that gender diversity is a top priority for their CEOs. Yet, in hearing from HR professionals we got a different, more concerning, story. They aren't too sure this is truly reflective of their CEOs actual priorities, especially as it applies to women in leadership positions, according to the recent survey results from almost 500 HR professionals, sponsored by Development Dimensions International (DDI). Our research shows that many HR professionals feel they lack enough influence to make the development of women leaders a top priority in their organizations. We believe, however, that there are six immediate, high-impact actions HR can take to raise awareness and help their companies achieve gender parity in their leadership talent pools. -
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MAY 2017Once a rarity, employee self-service technology has become a popular workplace tool. In fact, our research found that 87% of organizations agreed that self-service technology is the most efficient way to provide employees with payroll and HR information. But the story of how employee self-service technology can benefit your business isn’t over. On the contrary, it’s just beginning. The research also helped us to understand how changing the way your company uses employee self-service technology can do more to improve the overall employee experience. -
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MAY 2017To get the perspective of HR professionals, HR.com teamed up with BambooHR to conduct research into various structures, from traditional hierarchies to completely flat organizations. In this research report you will learn about issues such as how many levels of approval are required before new actions are taken, how structure influences promotion practices, and how structure is linked to both horizontal and vertical communications, an issue that is of increasing importance in today's information rich business environment. -
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MAY 2017Effective talent management (TM) remains elusive for many organizations as they struggle to retain employees, find qualified job candidates and use TM technologies. Talent management challenges facing larger organizations differ from those of small and mid-sized employers. This report focuses on larger organizations with over 1,000 employees. Learn why keeping talent is a major challenge, why these retention problems cause most hiring to be done externally even though most participants say that their organizations have an attractive employer brand, and why they struggle to attract the right talent. -
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MAY 2017Effective talent management remains elusive for many organizations as they struggle with retaining employees, finding qualified job candidates and using talent management technology. Talent management challenges facing smaller organizations can differ from those of large and enterprise employers. This report focuses on smaller organizations with fewer than 999 employees. Learn why most employers of smaller organizations struggle to attract the right talent, why mentoring and succession planning programs are not widely adopted, and why relatively few have talent management systems. The survey was conducted between November 2016 and January 2017 by over 340 HR professional participants working in organizations with 999 or fewer employees. -
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APRIL 2017Today's workforce is markedly different than ever before—five generations working side-by-side for the first time each with unique development expectations and all expecting a personalized growth experience. According to new research conducted by HR.com in partnership with Harrison Assessments, part of the challenge lies in the fact that there is no single formula for effective career development. Regardless of the organizational demographics, all companies desire agile and engaged employees. In this white paper, discover the changing nature of how "career" is defined, understand the new role of learning talent leaders need to know to sustain employees' new career expectations. Download and read the report today. -
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APRIL 2017Most organizations are still struggling to implement human capital management (HCM) technology, according to new research conducted by HR.com in partnership with BambooHR. Our survey of nearly 900 HR professionals found that while many customers are unhappy with their current HCM tech solutions, tech vendors don't deserve all the blame. Even the best technology won't benefit an organization without full and proper implementation. But what can be done? Plenty, starting with better due diligence at the time of purchase. Buyers should understand key issues such as integration with other systems, support and service, and implementation. In this white paper, learn about the benefits of creating a clear technology blueprint through careful planning and research. -
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FEBRUARY 2017Most organizations need to do a better job of communicating employee benefits, according to new research conducted by HR.com in partnership with BambooHR. Although most of today's HR professionals tend to be satisfied with the benefits packages their organizations offer, they raise several red flags. Many of these professionals are, for example, skeptical of upper management's commitment to the health of employees, and fewer than half report that their organizations have initiatives that support work/life balance. Moreover, they report multiple hindrances to communications. -
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JANUARY 2017There are no simple answers to the challenges organizations face when trying to increase diversity or improve inclusiveness. Part of the problem is the sheer complexity of human behaviors and attitudes. To that end, diversity and Inclusion (D&I) continues to be a key focus for organizations, big and small. -
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JANUARY 2017During the fall of 2016, Envoy and HR.com conducted a survey of the global mobility and HR communities to learn more about how organizations are responding to challenges of sourcing and managing internal and external cross-border talent. Our survey included questions about talent acquisition, retention strategies and tactical actions. We also asked a series of questions to gauge how organizations are responding to the current regulatory environment. Immigration is on the minds of our survey participants, too. -
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DECEMBER 2016Human Capital Management. What is your take on today's workforce productivity? Many HR professionals believe it is either stagnant or in decline. In fact, only a minority believe their leaders are effectively managing human capital. This is based on the responses to a new survey conducted by HR.com in partnership with ClearCompany. The survey was conducted in October and November 2016, and received responses from 390 participants. The respondents represented a wide array of organizations, with over half of them operating in more than one nation and most employing 100 or more employees. -
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NOVEMBER 2016The benefits and rewards of developing and moving talent into critical roles from within the organization (i.e. creating an "internal talent pipeline") are formidable. The best companies find creative ways to identify top talent from within rather than outside, develop and retain that talent, and establish defined career paths for high-performers. -
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NOVEMBER 2016How will organizations develop and retain employees with the critical skills needed for future success? This strategic challenge lies at the very heart of workforce planning, and this HR role has never been more complicated. Even a cursory search for "best practices" can lead you to such a wide array of methods, tips, suggestions and thought leadership that the whole challenge feels overwhelming for many organizations and professionals. In partnership with ClearCompany, HR.com conducted a survey to nearly 350 HR Professionals during the fall of 2016 to gather information about the current state of workforce planning. -
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OCTOBER 2016Communication impacts our lives at all levels. Be it personally or professionally, effective communication creates critical connections, solves problems, and fosters a healthy and supportive environment. However, many managers are falling short in the skills required to be an effective coach and communicator. Our goal for this research was to shed light on how well managers are communicating, as well as where they might be getting stuck. -
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OCTOBER 2016Culture is the character and personality of your organization. It's what makes your organization unique and is the sum of its values, traditions, beliefs, interactions, behaviors, and attitudes.How does your employee culture compare to other organizations? We can now answer that question thanks to this survey conducted by HR.com of over 550 HR professionals. -
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JULY 2016There’s no doubt that video interviewing is fascinating, but is it a technology for the future or something ready to be deployed today? We can now answer that question thanks to this survey conducted by HR.com of nearly 2,000 HR professionals.
