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Strategies to Future-Proof Your Organization’s Talent.

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  Building a Workforce of the Future: In today’s fast-paced world, businesses face a rapidly evolving landscape driven by disruptive technology advancements, globalization, economic shifts and the changing nature of work. The Fourth Industrial Revolution is reshaping almost every business sector, while the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated remote work adoption and  digital transformation  at an unprecedented pace. In the face of these transformative forces, the success of any business hinges on its ability to adapt, innovate and future-proof its workforce. Thus, building a resilient workforce armed with the right skills, mindset and agility to embrace tomorrow’s challenges and opportunities will position your organization for long-term success. In this article, we are going to shed light on the areas you should focus on to prepare a workforce of the future and how IT staff augmentation services can pave the way to strengthen your organization as a whole. Why must you firs...

Find people who will be the right fit for your organization

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In the old days (the ’90s), you used to advertise an open position and sit back and wait for the printed resumes to come in. Then you had to look through each one to identify which candidates had the qualifications that met your requirements. Technological advances have made resume screening much easier today. You no longer have to slog through a mountain of printed applications and resumes—now you have computers to do that for you. What is the screening process? Alternate definitions of the term “screening,” such as “material separated from another material by means of a screen” or “metal or plastic mesh (as for window screens),” are applicable to the process you use to find the right candidate for the right job. You are going to draw from a pool of candidates and apply screens to compile a short list of suitable, qualified candidates. Step 1: Create a job description If it is not your job to write the job description, it is still a good idea that you work with the hiring manager to c...

Understanding what employees value....

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  Increasing employee retention has a direct impact on business performance and success In an increasingly competitive and fast-moving labor market, it is critical for businesses to understand why some employees go and others stay — not only for the bottom line, but also to retain top talent. Understanding what employees value, measuring the financial impact of retention and turnover, and managing and improving employee retention are all strategic advantages. What Is Employee Retention? Employee turnover — the loss of organizational talent over a period of time — is a significant issue for most organizations. More than  42 million U.S. workers (opens in new tab)  left their jobs voluntarily in 2019. If that trend continues, more than one in three employees will voluntarily leave their positions by 2023. Employee retention is defined as an organization’s ability to prevent  employee turnover , or the number of people who leave their job in a certain period, either vol...

The role of human resources in promoting workplace safety and well- being

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In today's fast-paced and competitive business landscape, ensuring workplace safety and promoting employee well-being has become a top priority for organizations. This is where the role of Human Resources (HR) becomes crucial. HR departments play a vital role in creating and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment that fosters productivity, engagement, and overall well-being. We will explore the importance of HR in promoting workplace safety and well-being and discuss the key strategies they employ to achieve these goals. Developing Comprehensive Safety Policies and Procedures One of the primary responsibilities of HR is to develop and implement comprehensive safety policies and procedures.  This involves identifying potential hazards, assessing risks, and establishing protocols to mitigate them.  HR professionals collaborate with relevant stakeholders, such as management, employees, and safety experts, to design policies that align with industry standards and legal ...