The HR Huddle

Send us a textIn this special episode* of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO and Managing Partner, Teri Zipper along with Sapient Insights Group, Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris welcome guest Sherry Yarbrough, Principal Outbound Payroll Product Manager at Workday, to discuss the importance of understanding the strategic value of payroll data and its impact on business outcomes. The conversation explores ways to empower managers with data, use payroll information for labor and workforce planning, and embrace the potential of AI in enhancing payroll analytics.Key points covered include:↪️ The misconception of payroll as merely transactional, highlighting its role in understanding business costs and outcomes, elevating its strategic importance through accurate processing.↪️ Analysis of payroll trends such as overtime and leaves offers early insights for staffing needs, enabling informed and proactive decisions to address upcoming challenges.↪️ Self-service tools for employees and data-rich dashboards for managers to access payroll information enhances satisfaction and informed decision-making, optimizing workforce management.↪️ AI's capacity to streamline data analysis, identify trends, and provide actionable insights, emphasizing the necessity of upholding data security and trust in AI systems.*This episode is sponsored by Workday. Don’t miss this exciting thought leader conversation! Follow the hosts, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInTeri ZipperInstagram |  Twitter |  LinkedIn Stacey HarrisInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInSherry YarbroughLinkedIn WorkdayInstagram | Twitter | LinkedIn

Send us a textGet into the huddle for this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech with host and Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris, along with co-host and Director of Research Cliff Stevenson as they discuss advancements in AI's impact on work life, updates on HR analytics platforms, the evolving landscape of HR benefits and wellness, and the emergence of voice technology featuring celebrity voices. Here are a few episode highlights:↪️ The company, One Model, secures $41 million to expand its people analytics capabilities, focusing on data-driven decision-making and integrations. (Article)↪️ News app, Artifact adds AI text-to-speech voices, including celebrities like Snoop Dogg and Gwyneth Paltrow, highlighting the rise of AI-driven content customization. (Article)↪️ Alight introduces its Alight Worklife, an employee experience platform focused on mobile self-service, wellness, and an AI-powered chatbot, underscoring the integration of health and wellness within the workplace. (Article)↪️ Generational shifts and the significance of understanding the context of workers' lives, including geographical data mapping to make informed decisions.Don’t miss this exciting episode! Follow the hosts, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInStacey HarrisInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInCliff StevensonTwitter | LinkedInOne ModelTwitter | LinkedInAlightTwitter | LinkedIn CeridianTwitter | LinkedInArtifactTwitter | LinkedInAWSTwitter | LinkedInMetaTwitter | LinkedInMicrosoftTwitter | LinkedInRelated Articles:

Send us a textIn this episode of HR, We Have A Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO & Managing Partner, Teri Zipper, along with guest, Dr. Amy Dufrane, CEO of Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI), get into the huddle and discuss the rapid changes in the market around human capital and how organizations can effectively respond.A few key points they discuss:↪️ The rapid change in our current market, from bank collapses and ChatGPT, to numerous job opportunities with extensive workforce reductions.↪️ How are organizations bridging the gap between the vast number of open positions and the comparatively limited pool of applicants?↪️ The loss of senior-level institutional knowledge and its impact on current employees and corporate culture↪️ To what extent does the "required expertise and potential talent" factor impact the recruitment process?Subscribe to The HR Huddle and don’t miss this exciting episode! Follow the host, guest and companies mentioned:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInTeri ZipperInstagram | LinkedIn | TwitterDr. Amy Dufrane, Ed. D., SPHR, CAELinkedin |  TwitterHRCILinkedIn | Twitter

Send us a textGet into the huddle for this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech with host and Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris, along with co-host and Director of Research Cliff Stevenson, as they dive into more exciting HR tech news from around the world - including the acquisition and new funding of UK and Norway companies. They also explore inaccuracies of popular AI programs and tools.Here are a few episode highlights:↪️ Game-based learning platform out of Oslo, Kahoot!, has been acquired by an investor consortium, including Goldman Sachs and General Atlantic, for 1.72 billion.  Follow their discussion on how this generational learning tool is surprisingly a bigger deal than people may think.↪️ Prolific, a UK-based ethical research and AI training firm, has raised $25 million in Series A funding. ↪️ Concerns rise about the accuracy of AI programs like Chat-GPT, prompting the need for a thoughtful response.↪️ Research by Crosschq Data Labs reveals a surge in job applicants misrepresenting themselves during reference checks. Cliff poses the question  - should this be considered fraud?↪️ Remote work intensifies the importance of policies and guidelines for employee management and HR outsourcing models.Did you know? Our Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner, Stacey Harris, authored a book: “Introduction to HR Technologies: Understand How to Use Technology to Improve Your Performance and Processes.”This book covers all the core areas of HR, including recruitment, performance management, learning and development (L&D), and reward, allowing practitioners to identify areas where technologies can be used to drive performance and what to look for when assessing technological solutions. Get it here!Follow the hosts, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInStacey HarrisInstagram | Twitter | LinkedInCliff StevensonTwitter | LinkedInKahootTwitter | LinkedInProlificTwitter | LinkedIn CrosschqTwitter | LinkedInRelated Articles:Kahoot! Agrees to Cash OfferProlific, a UK-based Ethical Research and AI-training Firm has Rais

Send us a textIn this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO & Managing Partner Teri Zipper, and guest Caitlin McGregor, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at Plum, get into the huddle to talk about the current labor crisis and key strategies around effective talent management. Be sure to take advantage of Plum’s free talent assessment survey available to podcast listeners (link below). Key points they discuss:↪️ What are the core issues that organizations should be thinking about? ↪️ Gen Z is the future of the workforce but how do they feel about remote or hybrid work arrangements? What can companies do to attract and retain the brightest talent?↪️ How can organizations fill the gap between unfilled job roles and the increasing demand for flexibility and personalized incentives?↪️ What organizations can do to create an inspiring work culture. Hey, before you go, Plum has unlocked a special gift for our listeners! Learn how to harness your natural talents with the Plum Discovery Survey. This 25-minute assessment will help you build the foundation of a thriving career.Sign up here: https://use.plum.io/profile-hrhuddle Don’t miss this insightful episode! Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights Group:  LinkedIn | TwitterTeri Zipper: LinkedIn | TwitterCaitlin McGregor: Linkedin | TwitterPlum: LinkedIn | Twitter

Send us a textGet into the huddle for this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech with host and Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris, along with co-host and Director of Research Cliff Stevenson, as they dive into some exciting HR tech news from around the world - including HR tech startups in Africa and the changing landscape of global payroll providers. They also explore the evolving role of AI in hiring and the importance of HR and IT collaboration.Here are a few episode highlights:↪️ Introducing HR tech startup Propel, a new HR tech startup in Africa, is on a mission to connect local communities to remote work opportunities and jobs in Europe.↪️ UKG's acquisition of Immedis expands global payroll reach with UKG OneView, simplifying complex payroll management.↪️ Payscale's initiatives on pay equity, transparency, and skills-based compensation transform compensation discussions.↪️ HR and IT collaboration is crucial as AI usage in HR increases, with new laws emphasizing compliance and reskilling.Don’t miss this exciting episode! Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram & Twitter: @sapientinsightsStacey HarrisInstagram: @staceyharris.hr | Twitter: @staceyharrisHRCliff StevensonTwitter: @cliffordDarrell | LinkedIn: @CliffordStevensonPropelLinkedIn: @WithPropel UKGTwitter | LinkedIn: @ukg VisierTwitter: @Visier | LinkedIn: @visier-analyticsPayscaleTwitter | LinkedIn: @payscale Related Articles:HR tech startup Propel wants to power the open talent economy via tech communitiesMultinational Businesses Cheer UKG Acquisition of Immedis4 Things Job Seekers Must Know About The New Role Of AI In HiringTop 4 Trends Reshaping IT And HR Collaboration

Send us a textIn this episode of HR, We Have a Problem, Sapient Insights Group CEO & Managing Partner Teri Zipper, and guest Josh Merrill, Chief Executive Officer at Confirm, get into the huddle to talk about the most disliked HR function - performance review. Key points they discuss:↪️ The pendulum swings around the evolution of work methods contrasted with age-old stagnant measurement practices. ↪️ Work evaluations and the significant role that generative AI is poised to play in critical business processes. ↪️ Understanding Organizational Networking Analysis (ONA): definition, frequency, and the parties involved in initiating the process.↪️ Prioritizing moving from manager-driven evaluations to revolutionizing the performance review process.Don’t miss this insightful episode! Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights Group:  LinkedIn | TwitterTeri Zipper: LinkedIn | TwitterJosh Merrill: Linkedin | TwitterConfirm: LinkedIn | Twitter

Send us a textGet into the huddle for this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech with host and Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris, along with co-host and Director of Research Cliff Stevenson, where they uncover emerging technologies, share crucial HR findings and explore the latest HR products and capabilities in the market.Here are a few episode highlights:↪️ SilverLake has officially acquired Qualtrics, and Workday welcomes Emma Chalwin as their new Chief Marketing Officer, bringing fresh perspective to the team.↪️ isolved introduces Benchmark Insights, empowering organizations to access real-time salary data, leave indicators, and a wealth of HR information on the isolved cloud.↪️ Anne Fulton, from Fuel50, announcing her highly anticipated book, "The Talent Revolution: Optimizing Our Workforce for the New Talent Economy."↪️ Greenhouse's research revealed that 76% of employees would actively seek new job opportunities if their company eliminated flexible work arrangements.Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram & Twitter: @sapientinsightsStacey HarrisInstagram: @staceyharris.hr | Twitter: @staceyharrisHRCliff StevensonTwitter: @cliffordDarrellLisa RowanTwitter: @lisarowan | LinkedIn: @lisa-rowan-215b05Lexy MartinTwitter and LinkedIn: @lexymartinEmma ChalwinTwitter: @EmmaChalwin | LinkedIn: @emmawoodAnne FultonTwitter: @Anne_Fuel50 | LinkedIn: @annefultonfuel50Roel DeussTwitter: @deusSAP | LinkedIn: @roeldeussGeena DavisTwitter: @GeenaDavisOrgWorkdayTwitter & LinkedIn: @WorkdaySalesforceTwitter & LinkedIn: @salesforceOracle: Twitter: @OracleHCM LinkedIn: @oraclecloudhcm/QualtricTwitter & LinkedIn: @QualtricsSilver LakeTwitter: @silverlake_news | LinkedIn: @Silver-lakeHarriTwitter: @harri | LinkedIn: @harri-comIsolvedTwitter: @isolvedhcm LinkedIn: @isolvedGreenhouse: Twitter & LinkedIn: @greenhouse Fuel50Twitter & LinkedIn: @Fuel5015FiveTwitter & LinkedIn: @15FiveTake the Sapient Insights Group 26th Annual HR Systems Survey.https://sapientinsights.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1MMiFSWjyoG5K

Send us a textIn this episode of HR, We Have a Problem as Sapient Insights Group CEO & Managing Partner Teri Zipper, and guest Amy Lavoie, Chief People Officer at Torch, get into the huddle to talk about challenges in leadership development and the evolving world of work. Key points they discuss:↪️ The science of happiness and how to leverage leadership to support organizational growth↪️ The idea of “coming back to the office” versus “coming back to work” and the impact of  leading remote and hybrid workforces↪️ Best practices for developing leadership and what the role AI plays in affecting change Don’t miss this insightful episode! Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights Group:  LinkedIn | TwitterTeri Zipper: LinkedIn | TwitterAmy Lavoie: Linkedin Torch:  LinkedIn | Twitter

Send us a textGet into the huddle for this episode of Spilling the Tea on HR Tech with host and Sapient Insights Group Chief Research Officer & Managing Partner Stacey Harris, along with co-host and Director of Research Cliff Stevenson, to hear more about the surprising impact of labor cost on overall inflation, Visier’s new AT digital assistant and Skillable’s new CMO.Here are a few episode highlights:↪️ Rippling expands into the UK with an integrated automated payroll system for small businesses.↪️ Skillable appoints Sarah Danzel as Chief Marketing Officer, signaling its investment in the skills and L&D market.↪️ Visier introduces V, an AI-based digital assistant, and Smart Compensation, a compensation planning tool.↪️ The impact of rising labor costs on overall inflation, highlighting the need to consider broader economic factors?Don’t miss this exciting episode! Follow the host, guest, companies mentioned, and articles they discuss below:Sapient Insights GroupInstagram & Twitter: @sapientinsightsStacey HarrisInstagram @staceyharris.hr | Twitter @staceyharrisHRCliff StevensonTwitter: @cliffordDarrellSarah DenzlInstagram & Twitter: @sarahdanzlSkillableInstagram & Twitter: @SkillableVisierInstagram @Visier-analytics | Twitter @VisierRipplingInstagram & Twitter: @RipplingThe Federal Reserve Board of the United StatesInstagram @federal-reserve-board | Twitter @federalreserveRelated Articles:Rippling launches in the UK    How Much Do Labor Costs Drive Inflation?  Skillable Further Bolsters Leadership Team and Market Position with New Chief Marketing Officer   Introducing Vee, Visier’s New Generative AI...  A Hiring Law Blazes a Path for A.I. Regulation Take the Sapient Insights Group 26th Annual HR Systems Survey.Participate and share your voice by accessing the link here:https://sapientinsights.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1MMiFSWjyoG5K8C?SOURCE=SIGPodcast&ID=156