Events

Author James Patterson to keynote HR Tech. Plus news from AWS and more

The popular writer and his co-author, Patrick Leddin, Ph.D., will share insights from their new book, "Disrupt Everything," in a presentation this year at the Las Vegas event.

As the machine-human workforce emerges, it’s time to rethink management

The rise of agentic AI is fueling a new reality: a machine-human workforce. This hybrid environment requires new org structures and leadership capabilities, which HR will play a critical role in building, writes HR tech expert Steve Boese.

Coaching in a skills-short, AI-rich era. Plus news from Upwork, Deel and more

“AI can mirror back what you say … but it can’t yet fully replicate the empathy, nuance and real-world experience that a skilled human coach brings,” says this workplace expert.

How enterprise AI is reshaping EX, according to expert Josh Bersin

Bersin, who will deliver the closing keynote at HR Tech this fall, found that employee experience platforms remain vital—and increasingly serve as the primary way to embed artificial intelligence within organizations.

How to build your company’s ‘superpower,’ plus more from HR Tech Asia

HR Tech Asia attendees heard from leaders of ServiceNow, Medtronic and more on topics including HR-led tech transformation, the need for AI fluency among people leaders and why empathetic leadership is so critical today.

Seeking the new age of talent? It demands better workforce planning

Outdated and fragmented workforce planning is hindering HR’s critical efforts to transform workforces for the global economy. "Take it seriously—the world is changing," advised one expert who spoke at HR Tech Europe.

Deadline extended! How to enter Top HR Tech Products of the Year 2025

"HR Executive" and HR Tech have teamed up again for the Top HR Tech Products of the Year competition. The deadline has been extended until April 30.

For busy employees, could agentic AI be a morale booster?

Dr. Rebecca Hinds, head of Asana’s Work Innovation Lab, predicts AI agents will revolutionize the way workflows are designed and executed.

5 things HR leaders need to know about the EU Pay Transparency Directive

This expert shares insights from her time spent in Europe learning about the directive, which largely affects any organization with even a single employee in the EU.

What HR leaders can expect from Trump’s picks for DOL leadership

The Trump administration announced two Department of Labor appointments, including former EEOC Commissioner Keith Sonderling, who will shape workplace rules and enforcement. Here's what to expect.

AI superworkers ‘coming on like a freight train.’ Are you ready?

These employees enhance their value, productivity and output by using AI tools in the workplace. According to industry analyst Josh Bersin, they present a challenge and opportunity for HR in 2025.

How HR’s ideas are driving the next wave of tech innovation

As new use cases arise, CHROs can capitalize on the innovative value of partnerships with their organization's HR tech vendors.

Skills: Why they’re ‘incredibly pivotal’ in the future of work

HR Tech keynoter Ravin Jesuthasan says a skills focus isn’t new, but modern conditions make skills even more pivotal.

Why any skills transformation must start with employee engagement

To drive skills and boost productivity, HR leaders need talent visibility. This ServiceNow leader says employee engagement must come first.

Why CHROs need to own the HR tech budget

A battle is brewing between IT and HR over control of the HR tech budget, and a top analyst says this ownership is critical for HR.

Skills development tech is going ‘next level.’ How HR can help

Watch the RedThread Research co-founder's video interview about the evolution of skills management and tech's role in making skills data actionable.

4 keys to a winning TA transformation, according to a Deloitte leader

Bhawna Bist says holistic TA transformation integrates strategy, experience, process and technology.

PepsiCo people leader: Gen AI has ‘changed the game’ for product roadmaps

A global people leader digs into the impact of emerging HR tech—including the newest wave of conversational and agentic AI.

The new digital workplace reveals a tale of two Americas

Rural workers face triple the technology barriers and double the broadband access problems compared to urban counterparts. Also in this week's column: product and people updates from ADP, BambooHR, Gloat, Lightcast, UKG and more.

The 5 biggest product announcements from HR Tech 2024

The 2024 HR Tech conference did not disappoint when it comes to the new products that debuted at the event, writes HR Tech Chair Steve Boese.