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The second half of 2024 has been marked by an unsettling trend—tech layoffs. With over 100,000 job cuts globally from companies like IBM, Microsoft, and Cisco, the tech industry is facing another round of restructuring. While economic pressures are driving cost-cutting measures, the human impact is profound, affecting workers at all levels.

As we navigate the post-pandemic era, one work trend is here to stay - hybrid work. The flexibility of this model has transformed how businesses operate, with Indian employees and employers leading the way in expressing high satisfaction with their hybrid setups.

As the world moves into an era of unparalleled digital transformation driven by 5G and AI, there’s a massive opportunity to revolutionize how we learn. Just as these technologies are reshaping industries like telecommunications, they can drive innovation in Skill-Based Learning Labs, particularly through simulation-driven, situational, and scenario-based learning.

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, the intersection of AI and HR is redefining how organizations manage and empower their talent. As AI continues to revolutionize various sectors, including human resources, it's essential to explore how AI can enhance HR operations, foster influencer dynamics, and ensure effective network synergy. Here's a closer look at how integrating AI into HR functions can drive transformative change.

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, Talent Development and HR Tech & Data are converging like never before, creating powerful synergies that redefine how we nurture and manage talent.

🌱 The Intersection of Organization Culture, Leadership Development, and Talent Management In today's dynamic work environment, organizational culture plays a pivotal role in shaping the overall success and sustainability of a company. But how do we truly understand and enhance this culture? Here's where culture assessments come into play.

As Disney continues to elevate guest experiences through innovative digital twin technology and real-time data analytics with Hitachi Vantara, we in HR can take a page from their playbook. Just like Disney, HR departments today face the challenge of managing complex systems and ensuring seamless operations. Imagine if we could harness the power of digital twins in our HR Information Systems (HRIS) to revolutionise the way we manage talent!

The global shipping industry, responsible for 3% of worldwide emissions—equivalent to the carbon footprint of Germany—faces mounting pressure to reduce its environmental impact. As we push towards decarbonization, the challenge looms large: without swift action, shipping emissions could surge to 11% by 2050.

In a world where data is king, the ability to extract meaningful insights from vast datasets is critical for staying ahead. AlphaSense, an AI-powered market intelligence leader, is revolutionizing this landscape with its recent $930M acquisition of Tegus. This merger not only combines cutting-edge AI search technology with an extensive content library but also sets the stage for unprecedented advancements in business intelligence.