With digitalization, the world is moving at a faster pace and so is HR. The new trends towards digitization of HR moves HR operations from web-based systems to fully automated solutions with a SaaS (Software as a Service) model. With advancements in technology, HR can now review and give feedback in real-time through dashboards, mobile, and cloud-based applications.
HR solutions can help manage HR administrative tasks and compliance with interactive dashboards that help predict trends and even recommend initiatives that could help productivity, customer satisfaction, and cost management.
Ways Technology Transforms HR
Hiring is no longer a painstaking task; you do not have to do extensive research to find the best candidates with the appropriate skills who can be easily onboarded whenever required. Many software vendors provide end-to-end search tools for hiring solutions that manage candidate sourcing and interviews, to maintaining relationships and workforce planning.
Technology makes it easy to incorporate new trends in recruiting processes and has become an integral part of strategy for every major company.
Performance management applications make it easy to evaluate candidates’ performance, rather than periodic performance management. Performance management systems feature assessments, surveys, assessment tools, development plans, and other aspects that could make the HR job easier.
Automation can help develop tools for employee engagement by conducting periodic surveys and offering feedback apps.
Also, employee wellness has changed from medical benefits to overall well being, which cultivates work-life balance.
Impact of Automation on HR
Besides soft skills, HR managers now require more technical expertise to transform the work environment. However, HR also needs to work with technology managers to benefit their organizations. Self-service has also become an important factor in managing HR activities, such as personnel management, leave management, and reimbursement claims.
Other HR activities such as goal setting, communication, and feedback can also be managed by personnel.
HR managers can focus on changing the mindsets of employees through managing transparency with open communication and continuous feedback. Analytics tools are becoming more sophisticated and assisting HR professionals in predicting trends and addressing employee behavior.
Analytics make data driven decisions that drive meaningful insights into organizational objectives. There are a number of tools available in the market to modernize how HRM is practiced and allow human resources to manage the disruption brought on by technological advancements.
