This past week has shown just how interconnected our world is–for better and worse.

The experience economy has changed the way businesses compete. Today, there is a new set of reasons why people buy from you, work for you, and connect with your brand. Expectations are higher than they've ever been, and what's driving customer and employee decisions and defining their loyalty is the total experience you offer.

Evolving labor legislation will continue to present challenges, and it's up to HR leaders to leverage today's tools and strategies to maintain compliance.

The longtime HR leader departs Symantec later this month.