I have been using data to guide decisions for a long time, and I have made a ton of mistakes in analyzing that data that has led to bad results. There’s a … Read more
Big Data, Small Data — The Challenge Collecting and Protecting Employee Data
In the wake of a massive data breach at the Office of Personnel Management, the largest federal employees union is suing OPM for failing to protect its … Read more
Yes, Knowledge is Power, But Data Is Not
The “knowledge is power” idiom was originally attributed to Francis Bacon in the late 16th century. But like many time-honored theories and beliefs, the … Read more
7 Must-Ask Questions About Cloud Technology Providers
Human resource professionals are increasingly called upon as leaders and strategists who take companies into cloud (SaaS) HR technology and it’s no wonder: … Read more
Study Shows How the “Gig” Economy Is Transforming Work Relationships
Last week, I introduced you to Mary Meeker’s Internet Trends 2015 report, which I suggested should be required reading for HR. This report, which really … Read more
Has SAP Revealed the Future of Employment Branding? Introducing ‘Freemium to Premium’
(SAP was this year’s ERE Recruiting Excellence winner for the best employer brand and most strategic use of technology) The “best” talent is getting … Read more
The Future of Predictive Analytics — the Next Generation of Talent Metrics to Consider (Part 2 of 2)
A comprehensive list of future predictive talent metrics In last week’s part one of this article that was published on March 9, 2015, I highlighted the … Read more
When It Comes to Big Data, Don’t Forget the Human Element
Big data and people analytics are two of the hottest topics in recruitment this year, but for employers yet to explore the world of HR technology, the … Read more
A Growing Question: Just How Effective is Big Data in Hiring?
Big data is transforming the information world at an alarming rate. It’s no surprise that the data being collected, sliced, sorted, and sold is being used … Read more
Finding Top Talent: 6 Critical Stats Every Employer Needs to Know Now
“Where have all the candidates gone?” If you’re among the nearly 40 percent of employers who have an open position for which you can’t find the talent to … Read more