HRTech
How applicants are adapting to AI in recruiting
AI is a powerful tool but can have unintended consequences. As companies have rushed to use it in hiring, its impact on job-seekers has been more negative than positive. Organizations must fight against this trend to have genuine interviews and not turn applicants away. That may mean a less disruptive approach to AI, but the results will be worth it.
Despite AI algorithm bias, can AI still play a part in fairer hiring?
While technology of the past was designed to serve a singular purpose, generative AI can be deployed to solve myriad problems in an organization. Any credible generative #AI approach must be built upon a human-centric foundation - technology needs to be grounded in an organization’s people and culture. AI might supply a new framework, but human judgment,…
Malaysia’s Accendo Technologies inks deal with Welliba for global expansion with AI innovation
Accendo Technologies, a Malaysia-based firm in talent intelligence, selection, development, and upskilling, has inked deal with global employee experience and activation technology firm Welliba for global expansion with artificial intelligence (AI) innovation.
Bangladesh’s Shomvob raises $1M in pre-seed financing round led by Cocoon Capital
Shomvob, the business to business (B2B) job-tech and human resource (HR) tech platform in Bangladesh, has on Thursday announced a $1 million pre-seed financing round led by Singapore-based early-stage venture capital firm Cocoon Capital.
Leveraging HR analytics to reduce employee turnover
HR professionals stand at the forefront of fostering thriving workplace environments, and leveraging data-driven insights offers a powerful strategy for achieving this goal. #HR teams can make informed, strategic decisions that directly address employee engagement and retention nuances by harnessing the information available through employee analytics. #AI
Malaysia’s Jaya Grocer partners Paywatch to enable real-time access to salaries for its employees
Jaya Grocer, a Malaysia-based mass-premium supermarket chain, has partnered with earned wage access (EWA) provider Paywatch, to enable real-time access to salaries for Jaya Grocer employees.
Shaping tomorrow’s workforce: How technology is redefining talent acquisition
The tech industry's growing commitment to #sustainability will influence recruitment, attracting professionals who are not only tech-savvy but also environmentally conscious. This shift will encourage companies to foster a green corporate culture, aligning their #recruitment efforts with eco-friendly technology solutions.
Building human-centric, tech-enabled HR functions
While frictionless digital experiences, robust insights, and hiring tools play a crucial role, it's essential to complement these advancements with real-world expertise to navigate the future of work effectively.
Sprout Solutions acquires JustPayroll’s Philippine operations
Sprout Solutions, the Philippines’ homegrown business to business (B2B) software as a service (SaaS) company, has acquired the Philippines operations of JustPayroll Inc..
Australia’s Employment Hero raises $168M Series F funding for global expansion
Employment Hero, an Australia-based employment management platforms, has on Monday announced a Series F growth round of SGD 229 million ($168 million) to fuel its rapid global expansion. The funding follows the company’s 2022 Series E and takes the total amount of capital it has raised to over SGD 572 million ($419 million).
