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Workday Learning Now Generally Available, Bringing AI-Powered Personalized Learning to Enterprises
Workday has made its Sana-powered learning platform generally available, using AI to deliver personalized employee training, automate content creation and connect learning to workforce outcomes
Kristian McCann · 22 Jul 2026
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How Effective is Workday Adaptive Decision Intelligence?
Workday's Adaptive Decision Intelligence promises to end shadow spreadsheets in planning. Here's what the analyst lens actually reveals.
Alex Cole · 16 Jul 2026
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Should You Ditch Your HR Team? Lessons From the Bolt CEO's Move
Ryan Breslow's decision to cut Bolt's HR department has reignited debate over whether HR creates friction or prevents bigger problems
Kristian McCann · 6 Jul 2026
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Korn Ferry Agrees $1.1bn Acquisition of AMS in Recruitment Outsourcing Deal
Korn Ferry has agreed a $1.1 billion deal to acquire AMS, in a move that underscores how recruitment outsourcing is adapting as AI transforms hiring practices
Kristian McCann · 1 Jul 2026
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The HCM Platform Buying Framework That Eliminates Guesswork From Workforce Decisions
HCM investments fail when buyers prioritise features over outcomes. Use this framework to evaluate platforms on decision quality and ROI.
Alex Cole · 1 Jul 2026
Explainer
Why Can't Your Organisation Redeploy Talent Fast Enough When Priorities Change?
Enterprises hire externally while internal talent goes undeployed. Learn why talent mobility fails and how to fix workforce redeployment.
Alex Cole · 29 Jun 2026
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Google Talent Moves to Anthropic, Raising Prospect of Scientific AI Push
Senior researchers from Google DeepMind are set to join Anthropic, adding to a growing wave of high-profile AI talent moves across leading labs
Kristian McCann · 25 Jun 2026
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AI Creating Jobs? Lloyds Bank Plans to Hire 300 AI Specialists
As many businesses look to AI to reduce costs and automate work, Lloyds' latest recruitment drive suggests successful deployment still depends heavily on human expertise
Kristian McCann · 23 Jun 2026
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HiBob Launches Slack Integration to Bring HR Intelligence Into AI Workflows
HiBob's New MCP-powered integration enables employees and managers to access HR data and actions within Slack
Kristian McCann · 22 Jun 2026
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AO Offshores Bulk of Customer Service Jobs to South Africa in Savings Drive
AO World is moving up to 200 customer service roles to South Africa as it targets £4m in annual savings despite reporting a sharp rise in profits
Kristian McCann · 19 Jun 2026
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Robinhood Cuts 10% of Workforce Despite Claims Business Has "Never Been Stronger"
Robinhood will eliminate roughly 290 roles as it seeks to flatten management structures and improve efficiency
Kristian McCann · 17 Jun 2026
Explainer
Your Hiring Decisions Aren’t Wrong. They’re Based on Signals That Are Already Outdated
Your talent acquisition strategy is still focusing on candidates that fit the role you defined six months ago. It's time for an update.
Rebekah Carter · 17 Jun 2026
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Workday Argues California Law Should Not Apply in AI Hiring Case Testing AI Accountability
A closely watched court fight could help determine whether AI vendors can be held liable for alleged discrimination and which laws govern AI-powered hiring systems
Kristian McCann · 16 Jun 2026
Explainer
Your HCM Platform Isn’t Improving Decisions — It’s Just Recording Them More Efficiently
Most HCM platforms record workforce decisions, not improve them. Learn what a decision-driven HR system looks like and why it matters.
Alex Cole · 15 Jun 2026
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Oracle Becomes HR Provider of Federal US Government With New Contract Win
The Trump administration has picked Oracle to unify HR systems across the entire US federal government
Kristian McCann · 11 Jun 2026
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Workday Lands New Canadian Public Sector Customers Amid Country's AI Push
Workday has added five new public sector customers in Canada as municipalities and healthcare providers accelerate their AI and digital transformation efforts
Kristian McCann · 10 Jun 2026
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UKG Pushes Workforce Orchestration as the Next Battleground for Frontline Workforce Platforms
UKG adds real-time workforce orchestration tools, shifting WFM from reporting to in-shift action on labor cost, coverage, and compliance.
Alex Cole · 9 Jun 2026
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Why Does Skills-Based Hiring Collapse the Moment a Real Candidate Enters the Process?
Skills-based hiring collapses when real candidates enter the funnel. Learn how to embed skills into screening, interviews, and offers.
Alex Cole · 8 Jun 2026
Explainer
Your Workforce Forecasting Model Is Broken – And It’s Costing You Talent Before You Even Hire
Workforce forecasting fails when headcount plans stay static. Learn dynamic demand planning to prevent hiring whiplash and talent loss.
Alex Cole · 1 Jun 2026
Explainer
The HCM Platform Buying Framework That Prevents You Investing in Expensive Workforce Guesswork
Use this HCM buying framework to avoid costly workforce guesswork. Evaluate platforms by data, adoption, governance, and outcomes.
Alex Cole · 29 May 2026
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Study Finds 1 in 5 Workers Say AI Has Replaced Part of Their Job
AI is already reshaping day-to-day work across organizations, with new survey data showing one in five full-time workers say AI has replaced parts of their job
Kristian McCann · 29 May 2026
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Workday And Google Cloud Bring AI Agents Into HR Workflows With Gemini Enterprise Integration
Workday and Google Cloud expand partnership to put AI agents for HR and finance into Gemini Enterprise with built-in governance.
Alex Cole · 28 May 2026
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AI Not Optional: Fintech Lendi Brings Employee AI Agent Use Into Performance Reviews
Australian fintech Lendi Group is making AI agent usage and orchestration part of employee performance reviews, signaling a broader shift toward AI-native workplaces
Kristian McCann · 26 May 2026
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Picking a Winner: Why Formula E Selected HiBob's HCM Platform
Formula E is racing to simplify its people operations, with HiBob helping the team bring consistency, connection, and speed to a fast moving global workforce
Kristian McCann · 25 May 2026
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Cornerstone Adds New Salesforce Integrations to Deliver Workforce AI Via Slack
Cornerstone’s latest Salesforce integration brings workforce intelligence into Slack, signaling a shift toward headless HR and making UC platforms a more active part of enterprise decision making
Kristian McCann · 25 May 2026
Explainer
Is Your HCM Strategy Optimizing Headcount Instead of Improving Workforce Impact?
Is your HCM strategy optimizing headcount instead of impact? Metrics and examples to measure workforce productivity and outcomes.
Alex Cole · 22 May 2026
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Why Are UK Employers Falling Behind Global Peers on AI Hiring?
New research from YouGov and HireRight suggests UK employers are adopting AI in recruitment far more cautiously than their global counterparts, raising concerns over competitiveness and long-term hiring efficiency
Kristian McCann · 22 May 2026
Explainer
Your Talent Strategy Isn’t Broken. It’s Built on a Definition of “Performance” That No Longer Works
Your talent strategy isn't the problem, your approach to workforce performance measurement is. Here's how to fix it.
Rebekah Carter · 18 May 2026
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Hiring AI Stops at the Apply Button, Benchmark Study Finds
AI is making hiring look automated, but the report says most organizations still rely on manual coordination once candidates apply
Kristian McCann · 18 May 2026
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Workday Brings HR and Finance Tools Closer to Everyday Workflows With Microsoft 365 Integration
Workday has integrated its Sana Self-Service Agent into Microsoft 365 Copilot, allowing employees to access HR and finance tools directly within the flow of everyday work
Kristian McCann · 14 May 2026
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Deel Buys Sastrify as HR Platforms Move Closer to Identity, Access, and SaaS Governance
Deel buys Sastrify to add SaaS procurement to Deel IT, signalling HR, payroll, and software lifecycle management are converging.
Alex Cole · 14 May 2026
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Arsenal’s Deel Deal Signals Global Payroll Becoming Core Workforce Infrastructure
Arsenal names Deel sleeve partner, signalling how global payroll and HR platforms are becoming enterprise-grade HCM infrastructure.
Alex Cole · 14 May 2026
Explainer
How to Build a Talent Intelligence Layer That Reflects Real Capability, Not Job Titles
Learn how to build a talent intelligence layer that maps real workforce capability. Skills ontology and HCM design tips for HR tech leaders.
Alex Cole · 14 May 2026
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UKG Moves to Fix Payroll Errors at Scale With New Pro Pay and Workforce AI Launch
UKG has launched Pro Pay with Workforce AI, an AI-powered payroll solution designed to reduce errors, automate complex workflows, and help organizations ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
Kristian McCann · 13 May 2026
Interview
Betterworks: Why Poor AI Use Could Make Performance Management Worse
Betterworks’ Bruce Walcroft says AI will only transform performance management if it simplifies workflows, reduces complexity, and supports continuous feedback instead of adding more process
Kristian McCann · 11 May 2026
Explainer
Why Does Your Talent Data Look Complete but Fail to Predict Workforce Performance?
Why talent data accuracy fails workforce performance prediction — and how dynamic workforce signals improve planning and insight.
Alex Cole · 8 May 2026
Interview
Say Goodbye to Monitoring: Enterprises Are Now Boosting Productivity With Workforce Planning
Techtelligence data shows employee performance interest falling as HCM surges. Learn why workforce intelligence is rising.
Sean Nolan · 7 May 2026
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Rule of 70: Could Microsoft's Employee Exit Plan Undermine Its AI Push?
Microsoft's first-ever voluntary buyout targets its most experienced staff. The short-term savings could fund its AI ambitions. The long-term cost may be harder to calculate
Kristian McCann · 5 May 2026
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Workhuman Launches AI Tool to Identify Future Leaders Within Workforce
Workhuman has launched an AI-powered platform that uses workplace data to identify and develop high-potential employees earlier, helping organizations modernize succession planning
Kristian McCann · 4 May 2026
Explainer
Your HCM Platform Isn’t Managing Talent — It’s Scaling Hiring Mistakes Across the Business
Poor hiring decisions can undermine HCM platform effectiveness by scaling bad data, weak evaluation, and workforce planning mistakes.
Alex Cole · 1 May 2026
Interview
Inside HR Tech Europe: What HR Leads Said Was Top of Mind For 2026
UC Today caught up with attendees at HR Tech Europe 2026 to see what was top of mind for them in their roles
Kristian McCann · 30 Apr 2026
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Workday Helps Housing Provider SNG Streamline Its Operations Ahead of Sector Shakeup
Housing association SNG has deployed Workday to connect HR and finance, aiming to streamline operations, cut manual processes, and strengthen compliance readiness ahead of sector-wide regulatory changes
Kristian McCann · 29 Apr 2026
Explainer
Is Your Learning Platform Driving Skills or Just Content Usage?
Discover whether your LMS or LXP is building real skills or just tracking content usage across your enterprise learning strategy.
Alex Cole · 29 Apr 2026
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Publicis Launches AI Development Hub to Level Up AI Use Across Marketing Operations
Publicis Groupe has launched a Singapore-based AI hub to level up adoption across its entire marketing function
Kristian McCann · 28 Apr 2026
Interview
HR Tech Europe 2026 Takeaways: AI Isn’t Augmenting HR, It’s Transforming It
Leaders from SoundCloud, Cisco, HiBob, and a spritely startup show how AI is not just reshaping everything from hiring, workforce strategy, but introducing new roles for HR
Kristian McCann · 23 Apr 2026
Explainer
Is Your Performance Management System Driving or Killing Growth?
Performance management software should help organisations grow. Too often, it does the opposite.
Alex Cole · 22 Apr 2026
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Zalaris Brings SAP SuccessFactors Payroll to UK SMBs with Weeks-to-Live Promise
HR and payroll specialist Zalaris has launched a pre-configured, AI-enabled SAP SuccessFactors Payroll solution for UK small and mid-sized organizations
Kristian McCann · 22 Apr 2026
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Xref Launches Verified Candidate Profile Platform to Tackle AI CV Overload
Xref has launched a verified candidate profile platform designed to help HR teams cut through a surge of AI-generated CVs and improve trust in early-stage hiring decisions
Kristian McCann · 17 Apr 2026
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Exclaimer Integrates Workday to Connect HR Data with Employee Communications
The update allows HR data from Workday to automatically sync with employee communication tools for greater consistency
Kristian McCann · 16 Apr 2026
Explainer
Oracle Fusion Agentic Applications for HR: What It Means for HCM Leaders
Oracle brings agentic AI into Fusion HCM, raising the bar for HR automation, platform strategy, and embedded enterprise AI.
Alex Cole · 16 Apr 2026
Explainer
Are You Underusing Workforce Data That Could Drive Strategy?
Discover how HR analytics software helps enterprises turn data into strategy, improve forecasting and support better HCM platform decisions.
Alex Cole · 15 Apr 2026
Explainer
How Talent Intelligence Systems Predict Workforce Needs at Scale
Talent intelligence platforms can help you predict your enterprise's needs and stay ahead of skill gaps. Here's what you need to know
Rebekah Carter · 15 Apr 2026
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Zoom CEO “Hates” the 5-Day Week, Says 3-Day Schedule Could Be the Future of Work
Zoom CEO Eric Yuan says AI could make a three-day workweek the norm within a decade as digital agents take over routine tasks and reshape how long people need to work
Kristian McCann · 13 Apr 2026
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Google MD Rejects Job Disruption Narrative but Says AI Training Essential
Google’s UK and Ireland MD Kate Alessi argues that AI will create new roles, making skill development vital for workers
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