Tag: HR tech
Accenture layoff: How do layoff algorithms work?
Layoffs have been hogging headlines since the beginning of 2023. Many big companies, including Google, Meta and Amazon and now Accenture, have laid off...
The Great HR Debate: Metaverse & its implications for HR
Technology has come a long way in the last few years. Since the start of the pandemic, one of the key focuses of the...
Can ChatGPT be dangerous for HR?
Lately, ChatGPT has taken over news forums everywhere. Its emergence has triggered conversations about the utility of artificial intelligence (AI) and its role in...
How this company uses traditional & new-age methods for employee happiness
Quickplay media is a company that specialises in OTT (over-the-top) platform solutions. The organisation provides three product classes to better OTT client experience, mainly...
3% of global workforce laid off from Workday
Workday Inc., a provider of business software solutions, has announced that it will be cutting 3% of its worldwide workforce due to the current...
Employee ordered to pay employer for ‘Time Theft’
An accountant in Canada has been ordered by a court to pay her employer $1841 for 'time theft' after her employer used tracking software...
Launch of eHRMS 2.0 for central govt. employees
Union Minister Jitendra Singh announced the launch of the new eHRMS 2.0 toolkit for central government employees on Sunday.
E-Books on major initiatives and achievements...
No, analytics isn’t taking ‘human’ away from HR!
HR analytics plays a crucial role in today's corporate world, allowing organisations to better understand intricate details on employee behaviour and trends, organisational weaknesses,...
How to select the right HR tech partner
HR without technology is unimaginable today. New technologies are being developed and upgraded that make life easier, not just for HR but also employees
The...
Keka raises series A funding of $57 mn
Hyderabad-based HR tech company, Keka has received a series A funding of $57 million (approximately Rs 463 crore) from WestBridge Capital.
The Company which has...
Kredily raises $750k as seed funding led by Fosun RZ capital
HR technology startup, Kredily, has received a funding of $750,000 (Rs 5.21 crore at current exchange rate) in seed capital, led by Fosun RZ...
Awards, rewards and badges : When virtual becomes real
It doesn’t matter what part of the age spectrum you may be in, receiving a trophy, medal or badge of honour feels awesome! Isn’t...
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...
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...
Tata Steel: Journey through excellence in talent acquisition
Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group, is a multinational steel-making company headquartered in Mumbai, India. It is one of the world's leading steel...
Toshiba to let go 5000 in Japan
Toshiba is contemplating a significant downsizing of its workforce in Japan, eyeing a reduction of about 5,000 positions. The move is said to affect...
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Special casual leave granted to J&K division employees
The general administration department of Jammu and Kashmir, has issued a notification approving three days of special casual leave for employees of the Jammu...
Remote work for UAE government staff today due to heavy rains, hailstorms
Government employees in the UAE have been ordered to work remotely on 16 April, 2024. Private-sector organisations have been told to take necessary precautions...
Poonam Burman takes on CHRO role at Godrej Industries (Chemicals)
After spending well over four and a half years with Unilever, Poonam Burman has joined Godrej Industries (Chemicals) as chief human resource officer.
An alumna...
Will Indian migrant workers to Britain be able to sponsor family members now?
With the new visa and income rules being implemented in the UK, migrants who earn less than £29,000 will not be able to sponsor...
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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....
