Tag: HR Forecast 2021
“There will be investment in capability building,” Balachandar N
2020: What to learn – what to erase
One thing that stood out for me was the human spirit — its ability to ‘adopt’ and...
“Like CFOs, CHROs will now take centre stage,” Rajesh Padmanabhan
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Digital adoption and acceleration have turned out to be the clear winners and differentiators. Every single enterprise,...
“HR has to be a ‘value multiplier’,” Praveer Priyadarshi
2020: What to learn – what to erase
The year has presented discontinuities that have impacted everyone without exceptions. However, this has also resulted in...
“HR’s evolution as a strategic rather than just another business function...
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Clearly, 2020 dispelled big myths around physical presence. While one has to concede that many jobs (like...
“Perennials will replace Millennials,” Adil Malia
2021 – changing organisational design
Talent acquisition will become increasingly net-based. Predictive AI tools will be used to assess and support hiring decisions. Block- chain...
“Continuous & impactful communication through different modes will be a game...
2020: What to learn – what to erase
For HR as a function, staying connected to every single employee of the firm is extremely essential,...
“2021 will be about framing new policies and work processes, and...
2020: What to learn – what to erase
One blessing in disguise was the quick adoption and usage of technology that enabled large sections of...
“Individuals will need to take the plunge to be updated and...
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Despite the havoc it created, the pandemic was a blessing in disguise in several ways. Almost everyone...
“HR will have to identify, enable and reward learning agility,” Anant...
HR has shown great agility and business acumen
The one boon from 2020 was that everyone was forced to rethink, challenge assumptions and innovate. Everyone,...
“‘Do more with less’ is the new mantra,” Rajesh Balaji
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Without any doubt, the biggest boon has been the ‘accelerated digital savviness’ of the general public. This...
“Time to focus on employees’ life experiences,”Anil Mohanty
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Year 2020 was a year of extraordinary uncertainty and unprecedented events. One thing that turned out to...
“HR to work with the organisation’s collective intelligence,” Sudheesh Venkatesh
2020: What to learn – what to erase
Rise of remote working and use of collaboration tools was a great learning. The year made it...
“The supposedly impossible became possible in 2020,” Rajeev Singh
2020: What to learn - what to erase
People across all levels have become more receptive to disruptive changes; what was supposedly ‘not-possible’ has now...
‘Contingent workers will be essential to workforce strategy,’Anil Gaur
2020: What to learn – what to erase
For manufacturing companies in India, such as the Uniparts Group, work-from-home (WFH) came as a big change,...
The unsung heroes of HR have become superheroes,” Naresh Kumar Puritipati
2020: What to learn – what to erase
While work-from-home has scaled up with positive benefits and become acceptable to everyone, 2020 also speeded up...
“We need to be proactive on labour issues,” P Dwarakanath
2020: What to learn – what to erase
The year 2020 has busted many myths, assumptions and traditional beliefs, related to the workplace. Digital transformation...
“Enhanced focus on mental health and work-life integration,” Rohit Suri
HR has shown great agility and business acumen
I think HR as a function has been evolving over the years and in most organisations it...
How this energy company is championing employee inclusivity & engagement
In today’s competitive business landscape, fostering an inclusive and engaging work environment is not just a feel-good initiative; it’s a strategic imperative. Jakson Green,...
Trident’s Asmita leaves blossom into inclusive workplaces
Forget the tired trope of corporate activism. In the heart of India's textile industry, Trident, a manufacturing company, is quietly weaving a revolution in...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
Engagement is outdated: The future of success lies in ‘employee involvement’
In the ever-evolving landscape of the contemporary workplace, a profound metamorphosis is underway, challenging the conventional emphasis on employee engagement. This paradigm shift posits...
Why are so many H-1B workers in the US switching jobs?
A recent study has revealed that more and more H-1B visa holders in the US are switching jobs. In fact, there was a record...
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Now an AI tool to predict when new joinees/freshers will quit
Naruhiko Shiratori, professor, Tokyo City University along with a Japanese startup, are working on developing an artificial intelligence tool that will predict when a...
Did Lufthansa incur huge losses due to strikes by staff?
Lufthansa Group apparently posted losses to the tune of €849 million in March 2024, whereas its losses in Q1 of 2023 were only €273...
Google terminates 28 employees over Israel protests
Google terminated 28 employees following protests staged by a small group of Alphabet workers against the tech giant's collaboration with Israel. The protests, which...
Harness.io: Cultivating a talent powerhouse in the tech crucible
The tech scene, be it in India or San Francisco, is equally crucible, fiercely competitive and unforgiving. In both the landscapes, attracting and retaining...
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Data analytics and not technology will redefine HR
Q. How satisfying has been your professional journey of 39 years?
A. It has been a bagful of mixed experiences. At times I have been...
EQ, IQ & empathy define the success of a CEO
Q. You spent 16 years at LIC before moving to a corporate role at ICICI Prudential. Now, 22 years on, I am still curious...
“The big change has been that we have moved from jobs to skills,” Amaresh...
Q. How would you define the culture at GE?
A. Having been present in this region since 1902, GE has been around for 120 years....
