Tag: IT organization and talent

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly utilized for code development, enhancing productivity and efficiency. However, over-reliance on AI can lead to poor-quality, vulnerable code and invite threats. Agile learning encourages developers to maintain security and keep up with threats. As AI usage in coding increases, developers need individualized, adaptive learning experiences, focusing on security and critical thinking, to exploit the benefits of AI without exposing their work to threats.

Talent acquisition strategy plays a vital role in an organization’s success by attracting, retaining, and nurturing top talent. It includes the identification, attraction, and retention of talent, aligned with business objectives. A successful talent acquisition strategy encompasses strong employer branding, understanding current and future needs, sourcing, an effective screening process and utilizing data and analytics. Improving the candidate experience, leveraging technology and incorporating diversity inclusion are essential. Regular evaluation and employee development also contribute significantly to this strategy.

The current rapid advancement of technology is fundamentally changing our workplaces and roles, necessitating constant reinvention, according to Thinkers50 Ranked Thinker, Herminia Ibarra. In her work, she highlights how the less structured, less linear job market and part-time gigs pose challenges in changing careers. Ibarra suggests embracing this transitional phase as a time for exploration and cultivating relationships within one’s network to facilitate career reinvention.

The article discusses the ethical approach to employee poaching where people switch organizations. Rather than being a hostile process, it argues that with proper etiquette, transitions can be smooth. Necessary measures include discussing ‘poach’ protocols during contract negotiations and setting up arrangements for transitional periods for the concerned employee. Further, it’s important to ensure employees understand the boundaries of recruitment and ‘tampering’ to prevent over-aggressive tactics.

The Human-Centric Enterprise ebook is the result of a partnership between Thinkers50 and Mercer. The subject is close to our hearts at Thinkers50: understanding how

The length and complexity of job interviews are increasing, often leading to unsuccessful candidate experiences and vacant roles. Companies can streamline this process through better preparation, internal stakeholder alignment, and selecting the right personnel to interview. Reducing the number of rounds, adopting varied formats like group interviews and remote preliminaries, and focusing on cultural fit over hard skills can make the process more efficient and effective.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is set to revolutionize human resource management by automating tasks, providing real-time insights, and helping in strategic decision-making. This technology could assist in reskilling an estimated 40% of the workforce impacted by automation. AI in HR can play key roles in recruitment, payroll processing, performance management, and provide a more personalized onboarding experience. It can also increase efficiency, enhance candidate experiences, and support employee growth. However, challenges like reskilling, privacy concerns, and cybersecurity risks must be addressed.

Working in partnership: To embrace new ways of working (internal, gig, part-time, shift, etc.), relatable organizations are coaching leaders and managers on sound partnering skills and putting in place intentional work-design These foundations help retain a focus on inclusion and equity as different employee

It’s widely recognized that a diverse workforce is crucial for fostering innovation in software development, yet when it comes to the rise in layoffs this year, reports show that women are 65% more likely to be affected than

Those of us who have led IT projects understand the importance of these skills because we must communicate with many stakeholders, inside and outside of the business. For the IT project world, Suzanne Degges-White, a

To get a sense of what the future holds for the IT group, we gathered a collection of InformationWeek articles focused on just some of the aspects of IT and where it is heading: job opportunities, recruiting, team leadership and

Tech companies thrive on moving fast and adapting to the changes and needs of the industry, yet they are so hesitant to keep remote work and all the benefits it brought with it — namely the inclusion of many underrepresented

RPA offers an efficient way to automate repetitive tasks, freeing humans to focus on more creative work, says David Zhao, managing director of IT consulting firm Coda Strategy. Any IT task that follows a strict set of steps and

As I listened to their explanation of a tweener (someone who sits with one foot in data and one in the business), I realized that this important position could be implemented in different organizations and used to connect them —