News and Opinion for HR, Talent and Leaders
Over the last several years, the corporate learning scene has been transformed by two fresh ideas that are shaking up old practices. Business leaders who keep their eyes on the future are stepping away from traditional methods like extensive web-based videos and PowerPoints, choosing instead snappier and more engaging alternatives. And they’re crafting material that […]
In HRchat podcast 609, Dr. Alika Lafontaine, President of the Canadian Medical Association, shares timely insights on affirmative action, meritocracy, Indigenous data sovereignty, and the state of healthcare in Canada. As business leaders and HR professionals, understanding these perspectives is essential in creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. Listen as Bill Banham and Alika delve into […]
The DrakeStar Q3 2023 Global HR Tech Market Report has been released! In it, the team took a close look at the global HR Tech industry to provide a comprehensive market update. The team observed strong market traction despite the current economic uncertainty with 181 HR Tech transactions in Q2 2023 and $1.2bn+ total invested […]
The HRchat Show Reaches Episode 600! We have officially hit HRchat episode 600! As we reflect on this milestone, Bill Banham and the team are honored to dedicate this special episode to showcase the invaluable work of two renowned industry figures who’ve made tremendous contributions to advancing the world of work. In episode 600, we […]
HR professionals generally have an idea of the pros and cons of their own software systems; the functions they can and cannot perform, how well the systems are able to do some tasks, and how poorly they perform others. What’s less understood by users are the ins and outs of technology’s limitations – the why […]
I’m a long-time member of the Association for Talent Development (ATD), going back to 1992, when I joined the student chapter of the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) at Sac State. Back then, we were still using transparencies on projectors to share content, and VHS was state-of-the-art for multimedia. (Things have come a […]
DisruptHR London Returns to Revolutionize HR for the Future World of Work Attention HR leaders and professionals! Get ready to ignite your passion for innovation and switch up the ways you approach Human Resources. DisruptHR London returns for its 18th edition on September 25th at Hult International Business School. This special edition event, produced in […]
As we bid farewell to another eventful Pride Month, it’s a fitting time for HR leaders to reflect on the significance of diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. Pride Month not only celebrates the LGBTQ+ community’s achievements and struggles but also reminds us of the importance of fostering an environment that embraces diversity. In this […]
New Canadian legal app LawVo, has announced the launch of its virtual, easy-to-use and transparent platform to help match clients with lawyers. With a mission of bringing “Better Law” to consumers, LawVo is making the legal industry more accessible as a simple and affordable one-stop-shop solution for finding tailored services. Designed to meet the complex and diverse […]
Today’s customers expect on-time delivery and consider this an essential factor for making a repeat purchase. Such metrics are even more important for a field service business where on-time delivery is vital for business profitability and customer satisfaction. A critical way to improve service delivery timelines is to optimize scheduling and dispatching workflows via digitization. […]